Patumalin (en. To make a mistake)

pa-tu-ma-lin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The mistake or shortcoming in performing a task.
I made a mistake in my report earlier.
Mayroon akong patumalin sa aking ulat kanina.
That can lead to incorrect outcomes.
The mistake made in the analysis led to incorrect information.
Ang patumalin na ginawa sa pagsusuri ay nagdulot ng maling impormasyon.
verb
The act of making a mistake.
I forgot to check all the data, so I made a mistake.
Nakalimutan kong suriin ang lahat ng datos, kaya nagpatumalin ako.

Common Phrases and Expressions

don't make a mistake
avoid making mistakes
huwag magpatumalin
he/she made a mistake
he/she made an error
nagpatumalin siya

Related Words

error
A term referring to any type of incorrect action or decision.
pagkakamali

Slang Meanings

fast
The trip is quick at times like this.
Patumalin lang ang biyahe sa mga ganitong oras.
easy
That's easy, you can do it!
Patumalin lang 'yan, kaya mo yan!
instant
Buy instant food at the corner.
Bumili ka ng patumalin na pagkain sa kanto.