Harmful in Tagalog

“Harmful” in Tagalog is “Nakakapinsala” – a word that captures the essence of danger and damage in Filipino culture. Understanding this term and its nuances will help you communicate risks and concerns more effectively in Tagalog.

[Words] = Harmful

[Definition]

• Harmful /ˈhɑːrmfəl/
• Adjective: Causing or likely to cause harm; damaging or injurious to someone or something.

[Synonyms] = Nakakapinsala, Makasama, Nakakasama, Mapanganib, Makapipinsala, Nakakasakit, Deleteryoso

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: Smoking is harmful to your health and can cause serious diseases.
• Ex1_PH: Ang paninigarilyo ay nakakapinsala sa iyong kalusugan at maaaring magdulot ng malalang sakit.
• Ex2_EN: Excessive exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin.
• Ex2_PH: Ang labis na pagkakalantad sa sikat ng araw ay maaaring makasama sa iyong balat.
• Ex3_EN: The company was fined for releasing harmful chemicals into the river.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kumpanya ay pinagmultahan dahil sa pagpapalabas ng nakakapinsalang kemikal sa ilog.
• Ex4_EN: Spreading false information can be harmful to someone’s reputation.
• Ex4_PH: Ang pagkalat ng maling impormasyon ay maaaring nakakasama sa reputasyon ng isang tao.
• Ex5_EN: These pesticides are harmful to bees and other beneficial insects.
• Ex5_PH: Ang mga pestisidyong ito ay nakakapinsala sa mga bubuyog at iba pang kapaki-pakinabang na insekto.