Utayutayin (en. Feeble)

/u-ta-yu-ta-yin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Shows the execution of an action that requires extreme difficulty.
In his condition, he becomes feeble in household tasks.
Sa kanyang kalagayan, nagiging utayutayin na siya sa mga gawaing bahay.
Expresses a lack of strength or ability to perform something.
Sometimes, exhaustion leads us to be feeble.
Minsan, ang pagod ay nagiging dahilan upang tayo'y utayutayin.

Etymology

Originates from the Filipino culture reflecting a state of extreme weakness or inability.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am feeble now
Indicates that a person is overly tired or weakening.
Utayutayin na ako

Related Words

weakness
A state of physical or emotional deficiency.
panghinaan
tiredness
A feeling of exhaustion that causes difficulty in performing tasks.
pagod

Slang Meanings

slow or not good at something
He is slow in studying, that's why he didn't pass.
Utayutayin siya sa pag-aaral, kaya di siya nakapasa.
showing off but lacking substance
It seems like everything he did for the project is just superficial, like he didn't put in effort.
Parang utayutayin lang lahat ng ginawa niya sa project, parang walang effort.