Nalulumbay (en. Sorrowful)

na-lu-lum-bay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Expressing sadness or grief.
She is sorrowful because of the loss of her friend.
Nalulumbay siya dahil sa pagkawala ng kanyang kaibigan.
Having feelings of longing or sadness.
Her voice was sorrowful with hope.
Ang kanyang boses ay nalulumbay ng pag-asa.

Etymology

The word 'nalulumbay' originates from the root word 'lumbay' meaning sadness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am sorrowful.
Ako ay nalulumbay.
Ako'y nalulumbay

Related Words

sadness
A feeling of sorrow or depression.
lungkot
pain
A feeling of hurt that may arise from joy or sadness.
sakit

Slang Meanings

losing motivation
I feel down because of what's happening in my life.
Parang nalulumbay ako dahil sa mga nangyayari sa buhay ko.
heavy sadness
When I'm alone, I feel down because of memories.
Kapag nag-iisa ako, nalulumbay ako sa mga alaala.
sentimental
Whenever I'm feeling down, I just absorb the songs.
Basta nalulumbay ako, dinidibdib ko na lang ang mga kanta.