Perhuwisyo (en. Harm)
/pɛrˈhu.wis.jo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The state or condition of having a negative impact.
The accident on the road caused significant harm to the flow of traffic.
Ang aksidente sa kalsada ay nagdulot ng malaking perhuwisyo sa daloy ng trapiko.
Things that cause damage or pain.
Chemicals that cause harm to the environment are prohibited.
Ipinagbabawal ang mga kemikal na nagdudulot ng perhuwisyo sa kapaligiran.
Something that results in a negative effect on a person or situation.
His decision brought harm to his family.
Ang kanyang desisyon ay nagdulot ng perhuwisyo sa kanyang pamilya.
Etymology
Dictionary of the Filipino Language
Common Phrases and Expressions
harm to nature
Negative impact on the environment.
perhuwisyo sa kalikasan
harm to a person
Negative impact on an individual.
perhuwisyo ng tao
Related Words
harmful
A word describing the ability to cause harm.
nakakapinsala
danger
A condition that brings the possibility of harm.
panganib
Slang Meanings
Problem or hassle
The hassle of traffic is so annoying!
Ang perhuwisyo kasi ng traffic, nakakainis!
Ruined or messed up
I don't like how the bad weather ruined our picnic.
Hindi ko gusto ang perhuwisyo ng masamang panahon sa ating picnic.
Embarrassment or witness
What you did was an embarrassment for me in front of everyone!
Yung ginawa mong yan, perhuwisyo sa akin sa harap ng mga tao!