Disappointing in Tagalog

“Disappointing” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Nakabibigo” or “Nakakadismaya”, describing something that fails to meet expectations or causes dissatisfaction. These words capture the quality of experiences, outcomes, or actions that let people down. Let’s explore how to express this feeling of letdown in various Filipino contexts.

[Words] = Disappointing

[Definition]:

• Disappointing /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪn.tɪŋ/
• Adjective 1: Failing to fulfill hopes or expectations
• Adjective 2: Causing feelings of sadness or dissatisfaction
• Adjective 3: Not as good as anticipated or hoped for

[Synonyms] = Nakabibigo, Nakakadismaya, Nakakainis, Nakakalungkot, Hindi gaanong maganda, Walang saysay

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The movie had a disappointing ending that left everyone confused.
• Ex1_PH: Ang pelikula ay may nakabibigong wakas na nag-iwan sa lahat ng nalilito.
• Ex2_EN: It was disappointing to see such low attendance at the school event.
• Ex2_PH: Ito ay nakakadismaya na makita ang napakababang pagdalo sa event ng paaralan.
• Ex3_EN: The restaurant’s service was disappointing compared to the high prices.
• Ex3_PH: Ang serbisyo ng restaurant ay nakabibigo kumpara sa mataas na presyo.
• Ex4_EN: His disappointing performance cost the team a chance at victory.
• Ex4_PH: Ang kanyang nakakadismaya na pagganap ay nagkasya sa koponan ng pagkakataon sa tagumpay.
• Ex5_EN: The weather forecast for the weekend is quite disappointing.
• Ex5_PH: Ang forecast ng panahon para sa weekend ay medyo nakabibigo.