Pait (en. Bitter)

ˈpaɪt

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
A characteristic of food or drink that has a strong or harsh taste.
The effects of herbal medicines are often harsh in the mouth due to their bitterness.
Ang epekto ng mga herbal na gamot ay kadalasang masakit sa bibig dahil sa kanilang pait.
An emotion or state describing bitterness or resentment.
He felt the bitterness of defeat in the competition.
Naramdaman niya ang paitan ng pagkatalo sa paligsahan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bitterness of meaning
The painful truth or experience that is often biting.
pait ng kahulugan

Related Words

regret
An emotion of bitterness or distress caused by actions taken.
pagsisisi
bitter-tasting
A form of food that has a bitter taste.
pait-pait

Slang Meanings

bad flow of life
Wow, life is so bitter lately, it's like nothing happy is happening.
Grabe, ang pait ng buhay lately, parang walang masayang nangyayari.
bitter in love
His love is so bitter, he always gets hurt.
Ang pait nga ng kanyang pagmamahal, lagi na lang siyang nasasaktan.
feeling down
I just feel so bitter today; I don't want to go out.
Parang ang pait ng pakiramdam ko ngayon, ayoko nang lumabas.