Mapangabala (en. Disturbing)

ma-pang-a-ba-la

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Falls under the category of being bothersome or having a negative impact on others.

His disturbing behavior causes stress to his friends.

Ang kanyang mapangabala na ugali ay nakapagdudulot ng stress sa kanyang mga kaibigan.

Has the ability to cause or create disturbance.

The disturbing news caused fear among the people.

Ang mga balitang mapangabala ay naging sanhi ng takot sa mga tao.

Derived from the root 'abala' meaning troublesome or causing disturbance.

disturbing situation

A condition that causes disturbance or concern.

mapangabala na sitwasyon

disturbance

Refers to being busy or occupied, possibly meaning there is no time for important matters.

abala

Argumentative or always ready to fight

Oh no, my classmates are really argumentative, they're always throwing shade on issues.

Hay naku, mga mapangabala talaga ang mga classmates ko, lagi na lang may kabatuhan sa isyu.

Too meticulous or controlling

My boss is very controlling, always monitoring our every move.

Ang boss ko, mapangabala, lagi na lang minamasid ang bawat galaw namin.

Charming but risky

My crush is so charming, fun but also a bit dangerous.

Yung crush ko, sobrang mapangabala, ang saya pero nakakatakot din.