Pagkamakupad (en. Slowness)

pag-ka-ma-kup-ad

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A characteristic of being slow in action or doing.
His slowness in action caused delays in the project.
Ang pagkamakupad ng kanyang pagkilos ay nagdulot ng pagkaantala sa proyekto.
Condition caused by a lack of vigor or determination.
His slowness in studying is the reason for his poor grades.
Ang kanyang pagkamakupad sa pag-aaral ay nagiging dahilan ng kanyang mahihinang marka.

Etymology

The word derives from the root 'kupad' meaning 'slow' or 'lazy' combined with the prefix 'pagka-' indicating a state or condition.

Common Phrases and Expressions

slow in action
the state of having a slow advancement or action
mabagal ang kilos

Related Words

slow
A word that describes being slow or lazy.
kupad
laziness
A fear or unwillingness to engage in any activity requiring effort.
katamaran

Slang Meanings

You're so slow, you're like a slowpoke there!
You're so slow, you're like a slowpoke there!
Ang bagal mo naman, parang pagkamakupad ka lang diyan!
That lazy one just wants to relax, they don't have any motivation to work.
That lazy one just wants to relax, they don't have any motivation to work.
Gusto lang mag-relax ng pagkamakupad na yan, wala talagang gana magtrabaho.
Who gave responsibility to this slug?
Who gave responsibility to this slug?
Sino bang nagbigay ng responsibilidad sa pagkamakupad na ito?