Salisod (en. Difficulty)

sa-li-sod

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A state of having challenges or obstacles.
He experienced many difficulties in his life.
Maraming salisod ang naranasan niya sa kanyang buhay.
Something that is hard to explain or understand.
The problem is full of difficulties that are not easy to solve.
Ang problema ay puno ng salisod na hindi madaling masolusyunan.
A situation of misunderstanding or conflict.
There was difficulty in their conversation that resulted in a rift.
May salisod sa kanilang pag-uusap na nagresulta sa hidwaan.

Etymology

Root word derived from 'sali' meaning to join and 'sod' adding specific context.

Common Phrases and Expressions

don't get involved in difficulties
Don't create problems or complications.
huwag magpakasali sa salisod
lots of difficulties
There are many obstacles or problems.
saling salisod

Related Words

sali
The word 'sali' means to join or participate.
sali
sulisod
A related word that refers to the trial of facing challenges.
sulisod

Slang Meanings

Social climber or someone who's pointless.
Why did you commit to that salisod, they have no value.
Bakit ka pa nakipag-commit sa salisod na iyon, wala namang kwenta.
Someone who loves to pretend or boast.
In our barangay, there are many salisods who think they are someone important.
Diyan sa barangay natin, maraming salisod na akala mo kung sino.