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    Pagpapahirap (en. Torment)

    pag-pah-hi-rap

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An action of inflicting pain or discomfort.
    The torment of innocent people is against the law.
    Ang pagpapahirap sa mga inosenteng tao ay labag sa batas.
    A process or condition that causes excessive suffering.
    She is experiencing torment from life's challenges.
    Nagdaranas siya ng pagpapahirap mula sa mga pinagdadaanan sa buhay.
    The active act of neglecting or abusing others.
    Inflicting torment on others should not be a form of entertainment.
    Hindi dapat gawing libangan ang pagpapahirap sa iba.

    Etymology

    Root word: hirap. Derived from 'pag' which indicates action.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Torture of animals
    The act of inflicting pain or suffering on animals.
    Pagpapahirap sa mga hayop
    Mental torment
    Emotional pain caused by severe suffering or problems.
    Pagpapahirap ng kalooban

    Related Words

    difficulty
    A state of experiencing hardship or trials.
    hirap
    hurt
    The act of inflicting physical or emotional harm.
    pagsasaktan

    Slang Meanings

    like a joke but true (shocking or painful)
    The exam's torture is like they're just joking with us.
    Sa sobrang pagpapahirap ng exam, parang binibiro lang tayo.
    hustle or panic (the things you do in life that are hard)
    The hustle of life is really exhausting.
    Ang pagpapahirap sa buhay, talagang nakakapagod.
    drama or sad situation
    Why are you torturing yourself again? That's just drama.
    Bakit mo pa pinapahirapan ang sarili mo? Drama na naman 'yan.