Namamalat (en. Ailing)

na-ma-ma-lat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
A term that describes the state of being ill or having a prolonged ailment.
He is ailing and needs to consult a doctor.
Siya ay namamalat at kailangang kumonsulta sa doktor.
Indicates a state of weakness or poor health.
His condition is ailing due to excessive fatigue.
Ang kanyang kalagayan ay namamalat dahil sa labis na pagod.
Can refer to a temporary illness or ailment.
Many people are ailing during the winter season.
Maraming tao ang namamalat sa panahon ng taglamig.

Etymology

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Common Phrases and Expressions

weak voice
condition of the voice that is weak or unclear due to illness.
namamalat na boses

Related Words

illness
A condition that describes the state of being sick.
pagkakasakit
ailment
A similar term that refers to sickness or health issue.
karamdaman

Slang Meanings

losing one's voice or having a strained voice
Wow, I’m getting hoarse from all the singing at karaoke!
Grabe, namamalat na ako sa kaka-awit sa karaoke!
tired or has exhausted their voice from too much talking
That's enough, your grandma is getting hoarse from all the arguing.
Tama na 'yan, namamalat na ang lola mo sa kaka-argumento.