Frightened in Tagalog

Frightened in Tagalog is “Natakot” – the state of feeling scared or afraid. Understanding how Filipinos express this emotional state reveals the various ways to describe experiencing fear and anxiety. Let’s explore the nuanced expressions of being frightened in the Tagalog language.

[Words] = Frightened

[Definition]:

• Frightened /ˈfraɪtənd/
• Adjective: Feeling afraid or anxious; scared.
• Adjective: Filled with fear or apprehension about something that may happen.

[Synonyms] = Natakot, Nasindak, Nagulat (startled), Natatakot (being afraid), Kinabahan (anxious), Nangangamba (worried/fearful)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The child was frightened by the loud noise from the fireworks.
• Ex1_PH: Ang bata ay natakot sa malakas na ingay mula sa paputok.
• Ex2_EN: She felt frightened when she heard footsteps behind her in the dark alley.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay natakot nang marinig niya ang mga yapak sa likod niya sa madilim na eskinita.
• Ex3_EN: The passengers were frightened during the turbulent flight.
• Ex3_PH: Ang mga pasahero ay natakot sa panahon ng magulong paglipad.
• Ex4_EN: He was too frightened to move when he saw the snake.
• Ex4_PH: Siya ay sobrang natakot na kumilos nang makita niya ang ahas.
• Ex5_EN: Many people are frightened of speaking in front of large crowds.
• Ex5_PH: Maraming tao ang natakot magsalita sa harap ng malalaking grupo.