Sumalanta (en. Faint)

/suˈmalanta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To faint means to lose consciousness or to faint.
She fainted while studying under the sun.
Siya ay sumalanta habang nag-aaral sa ilalim ng araw.
To overdo something leading to exhaustion and loss of energy.
After several sleepless nights, he fainted at work.
Matapos ang ilang gabing walang tulog, siya ay sumalanta sa kanyang trabaho.

Etymology

from the root word 'lanta' meaning tired or weakened.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fainted from exhaustion
lost consciousness because of excessive fatigue.
sumalanta sa pagod

Related Words

wilted
This shows a state of fatigue or loss of vitality.
lanta

Slang Meanings

So impressive or known to be excellent.
Wow, Janine really dominated in the debate, she won right away!
Grabe, ang sumalanta ni Janine sa debate, panalo na agad!
Leap or explosion in action.
In the end, Marco jumped on stage fearlessly!
Sa huli, sumalanta si Marco sa stage nang walang takot!