Mapasubo (en. To be in a predicament)

/ma.pa.su.bo/

Synonyms

  • nahihirapan
  • nasa alanganin
  • nasa panganib

Slang Meanings

In a precarious situation or problem.
It seems like we're in a tight spot with this project, so many requirements!
Parang mapasubo tayo sa project na ito, ang daming requirements!
On the verge of collapsing or getting into trouble.
If we don't fix this, our business will be in serious trouble.
Kung hindi natin maayos ito, mapasubo ang negosyo natin.
On the brink of danger or disaster.
Let's not go out, we might get caught in the storm.
Huwag na tayong lumabas, baka mapasubo tayo sa bagyo.