Worse in Tagalog

“Worse” in Tagalog is “mas masama,” “lalong masama,” or “mas malala.” This comparative term is used to describe something that is of lower quality or more severe than another. Understanding how to use “worse” in Tagalog will help you make comparisons and express deteriorating situations effectively.

[Words] = Worse

[Definition]:

• Worse /wɜːrs/
• Adjective: Of poorer quality or lower standard compared to something else; more serious or severe.
• Adverb: In a more unsatisfactory or unpleasant manner; less well.

[Synonyms] = Mas masama, Lalong masama, Mas malala, Lalo pang masama, Higit na masama, Mas grabe

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The weather today is worse than yesterday.
• Ex1_PH: Ang panahon ngayon ay mas masama kaysa kahapon.
• Ex2_EN: His condition got worse overnight.
• Ex2_PH: Ang kanyang kondisyon ay lumala pa nang mas masama sa magdamag.
• Ex3_EN: The traffic is worse during rush hour.
• Ex3_PH: Ang trapiko ay mas malala sa oras ng rush hour.
• Ex4_EN: Things could be worse, so let’s be grateful.
• Ex4_PH: Maaaring mas masama pa ang sitwasyon, kaya magpasalamat tayo.
• Ex5_EN: Her performance was worse than expected.
• Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang performance ay mas masama kaysa inaasahan.