Magpatamlay (en. To weaken)

/mag-pa-tam-lay/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To magpatamlay is a verb that means to cause a loss of vigor or strength.

The severe headache weakened her thoughts.

Ang matinding sakit ng ulo ay nagpatamlay sa kanyang mga isipan.

It can also refer to the removal of liveliness of a person or thing in a situation.

The prolonged rain weakened our celebration.

Ang pag-ulan ng matagal na panahon ay nagpatamlay sa aming pagdiriwang.

The term 'patamlay' comes from the root word 'tamlay' meaning to lose vigor or strength.

to weaken emotions

The burden of a difficult situation brings about disinterest.

magpatamlay ng damdamin

to weaken

A word that describes the loss of strength or vigor.

pahina

to be lazy

Yesterday, I just lazed around at home and watched Netflix all day.

Kahapon, nagpatamlay lang ako sa bahay at nanood ng Netflix buong araw.

to waste time

I'd rather laze around than work on pointless projects.

Mas gusto ko nang magpatamlay kaysa gumewang ng mga proyekto na walang katuturan.

to be idle

If you don't want pressure, just be idle at home.

Kung ayaw mo ng pressure, magpatamlay ka na lang sa bahay.