Magrima (en. To regret)

/ma-'gri-ma/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb referring to experiencing remorse or regret for a mistake made.
He regrets his decision to leave his family.
Magrima siya sa desisyon niyang iniwan ang kanyang pamilya.
A verb that indicates reflecting on past actions that may be regretted.
I regret the times I didn't value her.
Magrima ako sa mga pagkakataong hindi ko siya pinahalagahan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'grima' meaning regret or remorse.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Regret what was done
Feeling of sorrow or dissatisfaction towards a past decision.
Pagsisihan ang nagawa

Related Words

repentance
A reflection on past mistakes that causes sorrow.
pagsisisi

Slang Meanings

Super tired or sleep-deprived.
Wow, I was so worn out at work earlier, I just wanted to sleep.
Grabe, magrima ako sa trabaho kanina, parang gusto ko nang matulog.
Feeling exhausted or drained in the body.
I felt so wiped out after a long day at the beach.
Naka-magrima ako after ng mahabang araw sa beach.
Along with a hangover; fatigue from drinking.
We drank last night and now, I’m feeling really out of it.
Uminom kami kagabi at ngayon, magrima na ako.