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    Makaistorbo (en. To be a hindrance)

    ma-ka-is-tor-bo

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb that refers to the act of being an obstacle or hindrance to something or a situation.
    The noise from the street is a hindrance to our studying.
    Ang ingay mula sa kalsada ay makaistorbo sa aming pag-aaral.
    An action that causes disturbance or delay.
    Do not be a hindrance to their conversation.
    Huwag maging makaistorbo sa kanilang usapan.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'istorbo' meaning obstacle or hindrance

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a hindrance to cleanliness
    to obstruct cleanliness or order
    makaistorbo sa kalinisan

    Related Words

    obstacle
    The act of giving an obstruction or disturbance.
    istorbo

    Slang Meanings

    to become an obstacle or hindrance to something or someone
    Why are you even there, you just seem to be interrupting our conversation.
    Bakit ka pa nandiyan, parang makaistorbo ka lang sa usapan namin.
    to interfere or butt into a conversation that you're not a part of
    Don't interrupt, you're not invited to this topic.
    Huwag kang makaistorbo, hindi ka naman invited sa topic na 'to.