Sympathy in Tagalog

“Sympathy” in Tagalog translates to “pakikiramay” or “simpatya”, expressing feelings of compassion and understanding for someone’s suffering or loss. Discover the deeper nuances and various ways to express sympathy in Filipino culture below.

[Words] = Sympathy

[Definition]:

• Sympathy /ˈsɪmpəθi/
• Noun 1: Feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else’s misfortune.
• Noun 2: Understanding between people; common feeling or harmony.
• Noun 3: Agreement with or approval of an opinion or aim; a favorable attitude.

[Synonyms] = Pakikiramay, Simpatya, Awa, Habag, Damay, Pagdamay, Pakikiisa sa damdamin

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: We express our deepest sympathy to the family during this difficult time.
• Ex1_PH: Ipinapaabot namin ang aming taos-pusong pakikiramay sa pamilya sa mahirap na panahong ito.
• Ex2_EN: She showed great sympathy for the homeless people in the city.
• Ex2_PH: Ipinakita niya ang malaking simpatya para sa mga walang tirahan sa lungsod.
• Ex3_EN: I have a lot of sympathy for what you’re going through right now.
• Ex3_PH: Mayroon akong malaking pakikiramay sa iyong pinagdadaanan ngayon.
• Ex4_EN: The community expressed their sympathy by sending flowers and cards.
• Ex4_PH: Ang komunidad ay nagpahayag ng kanilang pagdamay sa pamamagitan ng pagpapadala ng bulaklak at mga kard.
• Ex5_EN: His sympathy for the cause made him join the volunteer group.
• Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang simpatya sa layunin ay nag-udyok sa kanya na sumali sa grupo ng boluntaryo.