Pagkabalam (en. Delay)

/paɡkaˈbalam/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Understanding or awareness of a situation.
The delay in information causes confusion in the project.
Ang pagkabalam sa mga impormasyon ay nagdudulot ng kalituhan sa proyekto.
The obstruction or delay in a process.
We are experiencing delays in providing service due to technical issues.
Nakakaranas tayo ng pagkabalam sa pagbibigay ng serbisyo dahil sa teknikal na problema.

Etymology

From the root word 'balam' meaning 'to catch' or 'to investigate.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

project delay
The delay in a project.
pagkabalam ng proyekto

Related Words

delay
A condition that causes delay.
antala
obstruction
An obstacle causing a delay in an activity.
hadlang

Slang Meanings

Being disappointed or failed when you are hoping for something that doesn't happen.
The disappointment of his dream was due to the little help from his friends.
Ang pagkabalam ng kanyang pangarap ay dahil sa kakaunting pagtulong mula sa kanyang mga kaibigan.
A situation where expectations have not been fulfilled, such as plans or events.
I knew it, the concert I was looking forward to was just a disappointment!
Sabi ko na nga ba, pagkabalam lang ang concert na pinakahihintay ko!