Makapagpalubha (en. To worsen)

/makapagpalubha/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A form of verb meaning to cause a change that worsens or deteriorates the condition of something.
Overeating can worsen your health.
Ang labis na pagkain ay makapagpalubha sa iyong kalusugan.
A verb describing the ability to create a more difficult situation.
Not taking medication on time can worsen your illness.
Ang hindi pag-inom ng gamot sa tamang oras ay makapagpalubha sa iyong sakit.
Describes an action that causes a worsening of a problem.
Lack of sleep can worsen fatigue.
Ang kakulangan ng tulog ay makapagpalubha sa pagkapagod.

Etymology

The word 'makapagpalubha' comes from 'palubha' meaning to respond or increase something and the prefix 'makapag-' indicating the ability to make or cause.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Do not worsen
Do not take actions that worsen the situation.
Huwag makapagpalubha

Related Words

severe
The word 'palubha' is an adjective meaning serious or dangerous.
palubha

Slang Meanings

Always making the situation more complicated or difficult.
Why are you looking for someone else? That will just make our problem worse!
Bakit ba kasi naghahanap ka pa ng ibang tao? Makapagpalubha lang yan ng problema natin!
Persevering in a difficult situation.
If you make a mistake, you'll just make it worse for yourself by overthinking.
Kapag magkamali ka, makapagpalubha ka lang sa sarili mo sa kakaisip.