Sumiphayo (en. Lose)

/suˈmi.pɪha.jo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of being defeated in a contest or situation.
In the end, he lost his match.
Sa huli, siya ay sumiphayo sa kanyang laban.
The state of not achieving a goal.
Sometimes losing is part of the learning process.
Minsan ang sumiphayo ay bahagi ng proseso ng pagkatuto.
Bringing about a negative outcome or result.
His decision led to a failure in his plans.
Ang kanyang desisyon ay nagdulot ng sumiphayo sa kanyang mga plano.

Etymology

derived from the root 'siphayo' which means failure or defeat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lose in battle
defeated in a competition or trial.
sumiphayo sa laban
don't be afraid of losing
advice to not lose hope in spite of defeat.
huwag matakot sa sumiphayo

Related Words

failure
The defeat or downfall in a situation.
siphayo
defeat
The cause of experiencing a loss.
pagkatalo

Slang Meanings

To become true or to succeed
I hope our business plan will come through!
Sana sumiphayo ang plano nating negosyo!
To reach the expected result
If everything comes through, we're going out for dinner.
Pag sumiphayo ang lahat, magda-dinner tayo sa labas.