Pagpapabigat (en. Burdening)

/pagpapabigat/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The act of causing weight or creating a burden on a person or situation.
The burden of responsibilities at his job caused extreme stress.
Ang pagpapabigat ng mga tungkulin sa kanyang trabaho ay nagdulot ng labis na stress.
A term referring to the state of being heavy or difficult.
The heaviness of his problem made his decision to leave easier.
Ang pagpapabigat ng kanyang problema ay nagpadali sa kanyang desisyon na umalis.

Etymology

From the root word 'bigat' with the prefix 'pag-' and root word 'pabigat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

burdening the spirit
bringing pain or sadness
nagpapabigat ng kalooban

Related Words

weight
Refers to physical or emotional weight or burden.
bigat
burden
An item that must be carried or supported, may be physical or emotional.
pasanin

Slang Meanings

stress or hassle
He's such a hassle in my life; I'm always stressed because of him.
Sobra siyang nagpapabigat sa buhay ko, lagi na lang akong stressed dahil sa kanya.
problem or burden
Sometimes, this problem is too heavy for me.
Minsan, ang pagpapabigat na 'to ay masyadong mabigat para sa akin.
nagging or complaining
Enough with the nagging, let's just chill!
Tama na sa pagpapabigat, chill na lang tayo!