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    Putungan (en. Dejectedness)

    /puˈtuŋan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A state of disappointment or failure.
    He felt dejectedness when he did not pass the exam.
    Naramdaman niya ang putungan nang hindi siya pumasa sa eksaminasyon.
    A sentiment of regret or remorse.
    His dejectedness stemmed from not following his dreams.
    Ang kanyang putungan ay nagmula sa hindi pagsunod sa kanyang mga pangarap.
    A feeling of hopelessness.
    His dejectedness was so profound that he couldn't think straight.
    Sobrang lalim ng kanyang putungan na hindi na siya nakapag-isip ng tama.

    Etymology

    Originates from the word 'putong' meaning 'cut off' or 'ashamed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in dejection
    in a state of disappointment or failure
    nasa putungan

    Related Words

    putong
    A word meaning cut that seems to connect to the theme of putungan.
    putong

    Slang Meanings

    Derived from 'putang ina', used to express anger or shock.
    What the hell! You're so stupid for doing that!
    Putungan! Ang bobo naman ng ginawa mo!
    A way to introduce oneself in a casual situation.
    He said, 'Let's get into it; there’s still pizza left in the back!'
    Sabi niya, 'Putungan na tayo, may matira pang pizza sa likod!'