Toss in Tagalog

“Torture” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “pahirap,” “pagpapahirap,” or “tortyur.” These terms capture both the physical and psychological dimensions of inflicting severe pain or suffering. Understanding the nuanced meanings helps in legal, human rights, and everyday contexts. Explore the comprehensive analysis below to master its usage across different situations.

[Words] = Torture

[Definition]:
– Torture /ˈtɔːrtʃər/
– Noun 1: The action or practice of inflicting severe pain or suffering on someone as a punishment, coercion, or for sadistic pleasure.
– Noun 2: Severe physical or mental suffering or anguish.
– Verb: To inflict severe pain or suffering on someone; to cause great mental or physical distress.

[Synonyms] = Pahirap, Pagpapahirap, Tortyur, Pagdurusa, Paghihirap, Pagmamalupit, Pang-aapi, Pagpapahirap ng katawan, Pagpapahirap ng isip.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: The international court condemned the regime for using torture against political prisoners.
– Ex1_PH: Kinondena ng international court ang rehimen sa paggamit ng tortyur laban sa mga pulitikong bilanggo.

– Ex2_EN: Waiting for the exam results was absolute torture for the anxious students.
– Ex2_PH: Ang paghihintay sa resulta ng pagsusulit ay tunay na pahirap para sa mga kabadong estudyante.

– Ex3_EN: Human rights organizations work tirelessly to prevent torture and cruel treatment worldwide.
– Ex3_PH: Ang mga organisasyong pangkarapatang pantao ay walang tigil na nagsusumikap upang maiwasan ang pagpapahirap at malupit na pagtrato sa buong mundo.

– Ex4_EN: The detective refused to torture suspects, believing in lawful interrogation methods.
– Ex4_PH: Tumanggi ang detektib na pahirapan ang mga suspek, naniniwala sa legal na paraan ng pagtatanong.

– Ex5_EN: Medieval dungeons contained various instruments designed to torture prisoners.
– Ex5_PH: Ang mga dungeons noong Medieval ay naglalaman ng iba’t ibang instrumento na dinisenyo upang tortyurin ang mga bilanggo.