Sablay (en. Failure)
/sɐbˈlaɪ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform an action that results in a mistake.
He often fails in games due to his lack of focus.
Madalas siyang sablay sa mga laro dahil sa kanyang kakulangan ng fokus.
adjective
Contains error or defect.
His failed exam showed a lack of preparation.
Ang kanyang sablay na pagsusulit ay nagpakita ng kakulangan sa preparasyon.
Did not succeed or did not reach the expected result.
The failed project had a significant impact on their company.
Ang sablay na proyekto ay nagdulot ng malaking epekto sa kanilang kumpanya.
Etymology
Originates from the word 'sabay,' which can be compared to the term 'sablay' that implies a sense of failure or shortcoming.
Common Phrases and Expressions
His plan failed.
An unsuccessful attempt or plan.
Sablay ang kanyang plano.
Related Words
failed
Refers to having failure or not succeeding in a goal.
bigo
defect
A flaw or inherent mistake in something.
depekto
Slang Meanings
failed or unsuccessful, didn't succeed
I bombed the exam, I didn't review anything.
Sablay ako sa exam, wala akong na-review.
a wrong decision or action that resulted in a bad outcome
My plan was a flop, so our trip didn't push through.
Sablay ang ginawa kong plano, kaya hindi natuloy ang trip namin.
missing out on an opportunity or right timing
I completely missed my chance at that moment, that was supposed to be the right timing.
Sablay na sablay ako sa pagkakataong ‘yon, yun na dapat ‘yung tamang timing.