Disabled in Tagalog

“Disabled” in Tagalog is “May kapansanan” – a term used to describe someone who has a physical, mental, or developmental condition that affects their abilities. This word is essential for respectful and inclusive conversations about accessibility in Filipino society.

[Words] = Disabled

[Definition]:

• Disabled /dɪsˈeɪbəld/
• Adjective 1: Having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities.
• Adjective 2: Put out of action or made unable to function properly.
• Verb (past tense): Having been made unable to perform a particular function or activity.

[Synonyms] = May kapansanan, Balda, Lumpo, May kapansanan sa katawan, Taong may kapansanan, Hindi makakilos nang maayos

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The parking lot has designated spaces for disabled drivers.
• Ex1_PH: Ang paradahan ay may mga nakatalagang espasyo para sa mga drayber na may kapansanan.
• Ex2_EN: She became disabled after the accident but continued to live independently.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay naging may kapansanan matapos ang aksidente ngunit patuloy na namuhay nang nagsasarili.
• Ex3_EN: The organization advocates for the rights of disabled children.
• Ex3_PH: Ang organisasyon ay nakikipaglaban para sa mga karapatan ng mga batang may kapansanan.
• Ex4_EN: Public transportation should be accessible to disabled passengers.
• Ex4_PH: Ang pampublikong transportasyon ay dapat na accessible sa mga pasaherong may kapansanan.
• Ex5_EN: The security system was temporarily disabled during the maintenance work.
• Ex5_PH: Ang security system ay pansamantalang na-disable habang ginagawa ang maintenance.