Pataynapatay (en. Deadly embrace)
/pɑˈtaj.nɑˌpɑ.taj/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A situation or action where people fall or get involved in a certain interaction that poses a threat or danger to their lives.
The deadly embrace between rival gangs instilled fear throughout the community.
Ang pataynapatay na labanan sa pagitan ng mga rival na gang ay nagdulot ng takot sa buong komunidad.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fell into the deadly embrace
Collapsed or succumbed to a dangerous situation.
nabuwal sa pataynapatay
Related Words
danger
A situation that poses a threat or peril.
panganib
Slang Meanings
super boring
Wow, this lecture is so pataynapatay!
Grabe, ang pataynapatay ng lecture na 'to!
lifeless
The party feels so pataynapatay, there's no energy at all.
Parang pataynapatay na ang party, wala na talagang energy.
moves slowly
My friend is so pataynapatay, reluctant to hurry.
Pataynapatay na kasi yung kaibigan ko, ayaw na magmadali.
no more fun
My life became so pataynapatay since he/she left.
Ang pataynapatay na ng buhay ko simula nang umalis siya.