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    Nakasangla (en. Pawned)

    na-ka-sang-la

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A state where something is given as collateral for a debt.
    His jewelry is pawned at the pawn shop.
    Ang kanyang alahas ay nakasangla sa tindahan ng pangutang.
    verb
    The act of borrowing using something as collateral.
    He pawned his cellphone to get cash.
    Nakasangla siya ng kanyang cellphone upang makakuha ng pera.

    Etymology

    Nakasangla originates from the root word 'sangla' meaning indebtedness based on something provided as collateral.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the vehicle is pawned
    The vehicle is used as collateral for a loan.
    nakasangla ang sasakyan

    Related Words

    pawn
    A process of borrowing where something is given as collateral.
    sangla
    debt
    An amount of money that must be paid back.
    utang

    Slang Meanings

    looking for help or support from other people
    He has collateralized with his friends for his debt.
    Nakasangla na siya sa mga kaibigan niya para sa utang.
    in debt or unable to pay
    Because of the pandemic, many have borrowed from companies.
    Dahil sa pandemya, marami ang nakasangla sa mga kumpanya.
    depending on others for a solution
    I hope he doesn't need to depend on other people next time.
    Sana naman hindi siya makasangla sa ibang tao sa susunod.