Malasakitan (en. Sympathy)

/mala·sa·ki·tan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The feeling of recalling or understanding what others are experiencing.
Sympathy is essential in building strong relationships.
Ang malasakitan ay mahalaga sa pagbuo ng mga matibay na relasyon.
The act of empathizing with or assisting those experiencing difficulties.
He shows sympathy to his friends in their time of need.
Nagmamalasakit siya sa kanyang mga kaibigan sa panahon ng kanilang pangangailangan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

showing sympathy
Demonstrating your care and concern for others.
pamalas ng malasakit

Related Words

care
The feeling of concern and care for the well-being of others.
malasakit

Slang Meanings

Feeling hurt or pained
She feels hurt by what Juan said.
Malasakitan siya sa mga sinasabi ni Juan.
Feeling emotional or overwhelmed
You're feeling emotional because there are a lot on your mind.
Malasakitan ka kasi sobrang daming iniisip.
Feeling down or negative vibes
He’s really feeling down in his situation; it's all negative vibes.
Tamang malasakitan na siya sa kanyang sitwasyon, puro negatibo ang vibes.