Pabigatan (en. Burden)
/pabigátan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An object that carries weight or burden.
The heaviest burden in his life was the death of his mother.
Ang pinakamabigat na pabigatan sa kanyang buhay ay ang pagkamatay ng kanyang ina.
Anything that causes stress or a feeling of hardship.
The incident caused a burden on his mind.
Ang pangyayari ay nagdulot ng pabigatan sa kanyang isipan.
A responsibility that must be fulfilled.
I need to consider the burden of responsibilities in my job.
Kailangan kong isaalang-alang ang pabigatan ng mga tungkulin sa aking trabaho.
Etymology
Origin: derived from the word 'bigat' meaning weight or burden.
Common Phrases and Expressions
burden in life
A major problem or challenge that is hard to overcome.
pabigatan sa buhay
to be a burden
To cause a burden or problem for others.
maging pabigatan
Related Words
weight
Refers to the mass or heaviness of an object.
bigat
to bear
Responsibilities or obligations that need to be carried.
pasanin
Slang Meanings
very rude or disrespectful
His behavior is so pabigatan, it's like he doesn't care about others.
Grabe yung pabigatan niya, parang wala siyang pakialam sa iba.
giving off a super heavy emotional vibe
What's up with you, you're so pabigatan, it's like you're carrying something heavy in your life!
Ano ba 'yan, ang pabigatan mo naman, parang may dinadala ka sa buhay mo!
having a heavy situation or problem
The situation with their family is pabigatan, they need help.
Ang pabigatan na yung sitwasyon sa pamilya nila, kailangan nila ng tulong.