Severe in Tagalog

Severe in Tagalog translates to “malubha,” “matindi,” or “mahigpit” depending on context. This adjective describes something extremely serious, harsh, or intense in nature. Understanding the nuances of “severe” helps express different levels of seriousness and intensity in Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Severe

[Definition]:

Severe /sɪˈvɪr/

• Adjective 1: Very serious, dangerous, or unpleasant in nature or degree.
• Adjective 2: Strict, harsh, or demanding in discipline or judgment.
• Adjective 3: Very plain or simple in style, without decoration.
• Adjective 4: Extremely intense or forceful.

[Synonyms] = Malubha, Matindi, Mahigpit, Grabe, Lubhang malala, Malupit, Mabagsik

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The patient is suffering from severe pain in the chest.
Ex1_PH: Ang pasyente ay nakakaranas ng matinding sakit sa dibdib.

Ex2_EN: The company faced severe financial losses last quarter.
Ex2_PH: Ang kumpanya ay nakaharap sa malubhang pagkalugi sa pananalapi noong nakaraang quarter.

Ex3_EN: She has a severe allergy to peanuts.
Ex3_PH: Mayroon siyang malubhang alerdyi sa mani.

Ex4_EN: The teacher is known for being severe with students who cheat.
Ex4_PH: Ang guro ay kilala sa pagiging mahigpit sa mga estudyanteng nandadaya.

Ex5_EN: The region experienced severe flooding during the typhoon.
Ex5_PH: Ang rehiyon ay nakaranas ng matinding pagbaha sa panahon ng bagyo.