Molestya (en. Molest)

/mo.lɛs.tja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of violation of rights usually related to improper treatment or abuse.

Molestation is a serious crime that should be reported to authorities.

Ang molestya ay isang seryosong krimen na dapat i-report sa mga awtoridad.

Adopted from the English word 'molest'

became a victim of molestation

a person who experienced abuse or improper treatment

naging biktima ng molestya

exploitation

The use of power or influence over a person for personal gain.

pagsasamantala

like, irritated or annoyed

That's so annoying, the people around are really pestering me!

Grabe, ang sakit sa ulo ng mga tao sa paligid. Molestya na sila!

a life full of problems

I wish I hadn't been born in this world, there's just so much hassle!

Sana hindi na lang ako nabuhay sa mundong ito, ang daming molestya!

intense annoyance or disturbance

This project is such a hassle, I don't even know what to do anymore.

Puro molestya itong project na ‘to, hindi ko na alam ang gagawin ko.