Sawan (en. Dazed)

sah-wan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of being confused or lacking clear thought.
He received news that left him dazed.
Nakatanggap siya ng balita na nagdulot sa kanya ng sawan.
Difficulty in forming logical thoughts or beliefs.
The bewilderment of his mind made it difficult for him to make a decision.
Ang sawan ng kanyang isipan ay nagpahirap sa kanya na makagawa ng desisyon.

Etymology

Filipino word from the translation of ''saw'' in English meaning ''to be at a loss or confused.''

Common Phrases and Expressions

in a daze
in a state of confusion or uncertainty
nasa sawan

Related Words

confusion
The state of being confused or unable to follow.
kalituhan

Slang Meanings

like or crush on someone
I'm totally into him/her, even though their jokes are so salty.
Sobrang sawan ko sa kanya, kahit na ang alat ng mga biro niya.
boredom or fatigue
I'm getting tired of your same old questions!
Nagsasawa na ako sa paulit-ulit na tanong mo!