Masiphayo (en. Defeated)

/ma.si.ˈpa.jo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Describes a state of being defeated or having no success.

He is defeated in his goals despite all his efforts.

Siya ay masiphayo sa kanyang mga layunin kahit anong pagsisikap ang kanyang gawin.

Refers to the feeling of defeat.

His feeling of defeat brought him great sadness.

Ang kanyang masiphayo na pakiramdam ay nagdulot ng labis na lungkot sa kanya.

from 'siphayo' meaning defeat or failure, and the 'ma-' prefix that describes a condition.

defeated in a battle

defeated in a contest or competition

masiphayo sa laban

feeling of defeat

emotion or feeling of being defeated

pakiramdam ng masiphayo

failure

defeat or breakdown of something.

siphayo

resourceful

Juan is really good; he's resourceful in everything!

Ang galing talaga ni Juan, masiphayo siya sa lahat ng bagay!

capable

No matter where he goes, he’s always capable.

Kahit saan siya mapunta, masiphayo siya palagi.

secret to success

Be resourceful, and surely you'll succeed in life!

Masiphayo ka, at tiyak magtatagumpay ka sa buhay!