natatalo
The English phrase "losing" is translated into Tagalog as natatalo.
Which one should you use?
The formal noun Pagkapatalo refers specifically to the act or state of being defeated.
Did you know?
- While natatalo refers to losing a game, the word nawawala is used for losing a physical object. Using natatalo for a lost set of keys would be nonsensical to a native speaker.
- Depending on the region, talo can sometimes be used to describe a 'spoiled' or 'rotten' piece of fruit in certain dialects.
- The word talo can be used in a playful way among friends to describe someone who has been 'defeated' by a crush or a romantic attraction.
Examples in context
- Nakaranas ako ng pagkabigo sa aking huling proyekto.I experienced a defeat in my recent project.
- Natatalo kami sa laro.We are losing the game.
- Natatalo na ang koponan.The team is losing already.
Example conversation
Jasmine and Ricardo are watching a basketball game on TV.
- JasmineNatatalo na ang koponan natin.Our team is losing already.
- RicardoHuwag kang mag-alala, Jasmine.Don't worry, Jasmine.
- JasmineBakit ba laging natatalo ang mga paborito ko?Why are my favorites always losing?
- RicardoSadyang mahirap ang laro ngayon.The game is just difficult today.
