Pale in Tagalog

“Pale” in Tagalog translates to “maputla” or “namumutla” (for complexion), and “mapusyaw” (for colors). This descriptive word captures lightness in color or a lack of healthy tone in skin. Explore its various meanings, synonyms, and practical applications in everyday Filipino conversation below.

[Words] = Pale

[Definition]:

• Pale /peɪl/
• Adjective 1: Light in color or having little color, especially in reference to a person’s face.
• Adjective 2: Not bright or vivid; washed out in appearance.
• Verb 1: To become pale or lose color, especially in the face due to shock or illness.
• Verb 2: To seem less impressive or important in comparison.

[Synonyms] = Maputla, Namumutla, Mapusyaw, Walang kulay, Kulay-abo, Singaw

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She looked pale and tired after working the night shift at the hospital.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay mukhang maputla at pagod pagkatapos magtrabaho sa gabi sa ospital.
• Ex2_EN: The walls were painted in a pale blue color that made the room feel calm and spacious.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mga dingding ay pinintahan ng mapusyaw na asul na kulay na ginawang kalmado at maluwag ang silid.
• Ex3_EN: His face turned pale when he heard the shocking news about the accident.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang mukha ay namutla nang marinig niya ang nakakagulat na balita tungkol sa aksidente.
• Ex4_EN: The moon cast a pale light over the quiet countryside at midnight.
• Ex4_PH: Ang buwan ay nagbigay ng maputlang liwanag sa tahimik na kabukiran ng hatinggabi.
• Ex5_EN: Her achievements pale in comparison to what her sister has accomplished in business.
• Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang mga tagumpay ay namumutla kung ihahambing sa mga nagawa ng kanyang kapatid sa negosyo.