Sungkaran (en. Obstruction)

soong-kah-rahn

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A process of hindering or denying something.
The obstruction in the project delayed the submission of documents.
Ang sungkaran sa proyekto ay nagdulot ng pagkaantala sa pagpapasa ng mga dokumento.
An obstacle that prevents progress or the achievement of a goal.
The obstruction in his career paved the way for his greater determination.
Ang sungkaran sa kanyang karera ay nagbigay-daan sa mas matindi niyang pagsisikap.

Etymology

From the word 'sungkar' meaning 'to deny or hinder something'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

obstruction on the road
An obstacle or hindrance on the road.
sungkaran sa daan

Related Words

sungkar
The root word meaning to hinder.
sungkar

Slang Meanings

A smile without a reason, kind of annoying.
Wow, that girl's so sungkaran, smiling in front of the teacher without a care.
Hala, ang sungkaran ng babaeng 'yan, kahit sa harap ng guro, walang pakialam.
An odd mix of happiness or angry companionship without a reason.
I came home feeling sungkaran, like I wanted to scream but just laughed at myself.
Umuwi akong sungkaran, parang gusto kong sumigaw pero natawa lang ako sa sarili ko.