Tragic in Tagalog

“Tragedy” in Tagalog translates to “trahedya,” “kamalasan,” or “kapahamakan.” This term captures both theatrical tragedy and real-life disasters. Understanding its various translations helps convey the depth of sorrowful events in Filipino context, whether discussing literature, current events, or personal misfortunes.

[Words] = Tragedy

[Definition]:

• Tragedy /ˈtrædʒədi/
• Noun 1: A dramatic work depicting serious and important events leading to a catastrophic conclusion for the protagonist.
• Noun 2: An event causing great suffering, destruction, or distress, such as a disaster or calamity.
• Noun 3: A sad or unfortunate situation or circumstance that evokes sympathy or grief.

[Synonyms] = Trahedya, Kamalasan, Kapahamakan, Sakuna, Kapansanan, Kasakunaan, Kalungkutang pangyayari.

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: Shakespeare’s Hamlet is considered one of the greatest tragedies in English literature.
Ex1_PH: Ang Hamlet ni Shakespeare ay itinuturing na isa sa pinakamaringal na trahedya sa literatura ng Ingles.

Ex2_EN: The tsunami that hit the coastal town was a devastating tragedy that claimed thousands of lives.
Ex2_PH: Ang tsunami na tumama sa bayang baybayin ay isang nakakapanlulupaypay na kapahamakan na kumuha ng libu-libong buhay.

Ex3_EN: It would be a tragedy if we lost this historic building to fire.
Ex3_PH: Magiging kamalasan kung mawawala natin ang makasaysayang gusaling ito sa sunog.

Ex4_EN: Greek tragedy often explores themes of fate, pride, and divine punishment.
Ex4_PH: Ang Griyegong trahedya ay madalas na tumutulay sa mga tema ng kapalaran, kapalaluan, at banal na parusa.

Ex5_EN: The family’s financial collapse was a personal tragedy that affected three generations.
Ex5_PH: Ang pagbagsak ng pampinansyal ng pamilya ay isang personal na kasakunaan na nakaapekto sa tatlong henerasyon.