Sumailalim (en. To undergo)

/suːmaɪˈlɪlɪm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of going through a process or event.
He underwent a thorough examination before obtaining a license.
Sumailalim siya sa isang masusing pagsusuri bago makakuha ng lisensya.
The state of being part of a system or process.
In her lessons, the students underwent various subjects.
Sa kanyang mga aralin, sumailalim ang mga estudyante sa iba't ibang paksa.
A means of enrolling or participating in activities or programs.
I underwent a workshop for personal development.
Sumailalim ako sa isang workshop para sa personal na pag-unlad.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'ilalim' meaning 'under' or 'to go through a process.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

undergo training
enter the process of learning or training.
sumailalim sa pagsasanay
undergo examination
go through a process of examination or checking.
sumailalim sa pagsusuri

Related Words

training
A process of learning or developing skills.
pagsasanay
examination
A process of understanding or evaluating something.
pagsusuri

Slang Meanings

to undergo, to enter
You need to undergo the process to get a license.
Sumailalim ka sa proseso para makakuha ng lisensya.
forced to comply
I had no choice, I had to comply with the rules.
Wala akong choice, sumailalim ako sa mga patakaran.
surrendered or submitted
She submitted to the group's plan even though she didn't want to.
Sumailalim siya sa balak ng grupo kahit ayaw niya.