Nakatimpuho (en. Afraid)
na-ka-tim-pu-ho
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of having fear or necessity.
He was afraid while facing a great challenge.
Siya ay nakatimpuho habang humaharap sa malaking hamon.
verb
The act of being scared or anxious in a situation.
He was afraid when he saw the darkness.
Nakatimpuho siya nang makita ang dilim.
Etymology
Nakatimpuho comes from the root word 'timpuho' which means fear or necessity.
Common Phrases and Expressions
afraid out of fear
worried or scared in a situation
nakatimpuho sa takot
Related Words
fear
An emotion that arises from threats or dangers.
takot
Slang Meanings
ready
I'm all set for our outing later!
Nakatimpuho na ako para sa ating lakad mamaya!
on standby
All the stuff is ready, we can leave now.
Nakatimpuho na ang lahat ng gamit, puwede na tayong umalis.
prepared
The food is ready, so let’s go!
Nakatimpuho na ang pagkain, kaya tara na!