Napakamahal (en. Very expensive)
/na-paka-mahal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Indicates a high value or price.
This car is very expensive for my budget.
Ang sasakyan na ito ay napakamahal para sa aking badyet.
Refers to something that is hard to obtain due to high cost.
These jewels are very expensive and are rarely seen.
Ang mga alahas na ito ay napakamahal at bihira lang makita.
Can be used to describe the cost of services or products.
Taking care of pets at the veterinarian is very expensive.
Ang pag-aalaga ng hayop sa beterinaryo ay napakamahal.
Etymology
The words 'napaka' and 'mahal' are derived from the root word 'mahal' which means important or of high value.
Common Phrases and Expressions
very expensive gift
A gift of high value.
napakamahal na regalo
very high price
A price that is excessively high.
napakamahal na presyo
Related Words
expensive
An adjective meaning high in value or price.
mahal
Slang Meanings
So expensive
Wow, that gown is super expensive!
Grabe, napakamahal ng gown na 'yan!
Too pricey
Forget it, the concert ticket is too pricey!
Huwag na lang, napakamahal ng ticket sa concert!
Overpriced
That laptop is overpriced, such a waste.
Yung laptop na 'yan, napakamahal, sayang lang.