Naaabala (en. Disturbed)

/na.a.ba.la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of being disturbed or having something to do.
People are disturbed by unexpected events.
Ang mga tao ay naaabala sa hindi inaasahang pangyayari.
The release of any disturbance that causes delay.
He is disturbed in his studies due to the noise.
Siya ay naaabala sa kanyang pag-aaral dahil sa ingay.

Etymology

Root word: abala

Common Phrases and Expressions

I was disturbed
My activity or thinking was disrupted.
naabala ako
Don't disturb me
Do not bother or interrupt me.
huwag na akong abalahin

Related Words

busy
Having many things to do or being disturbed.
abala
interruption
A disruptive disturbance to a person or activity.
istorbo

Slang Meanings

In a rush or busy due to many tasks.
Wow, I'm so busy with all the projects at school!
Grabe, ang naaabala ko sa dami ng projects sa school!
Often feeling impatient or anxious due to being too busy.
I feel like I'm getting anxious waiting for him!
Parang naaabala na ako sa paghihintay sa kanya!