Nakasadsad (en. Sunk)

/naka-sad-sad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
In a position that is submerged or sunk in water.
The ship sunk to the bottom of the sea after the storm.
Ang barko ay nakasadsad sa ilalim ng dagat matapos ang bagyo.
Beneath something and unable to move.
Our dreams are sunk in the sorrows of life.
Ang ating mga pangarap ay nakasadsad sa mga pighati ng buhay.

Etymology

Root word: 'sadsad', possibly derived from the root 'sadsad' meaning to fall or detach.

Common Phrases and Expressions

but I am sunk
I am feeling down but persevering.
ngunit ako'y nakasadsad

Related Words

sadsad
The root in the action of sinking or falling.
sadsad

Slang Meanings

In a situation that is obstructed or troubled
My life is stuck in debt.
Nakasadsad na ang buhay ko sa utang.
In a state of difficulty or struggle
I'm stuck with my exams, I don't know how to study anymore.
Nakasadsad na ako sa mga exam, hindi ko na alam kung paano mag-aral.
A hopeless situation
I feel like I'm stuck in my love life.
Feeling ko nakasadsad na ako sa love life ko.