nakababahala
concerning; alarming
From root: bahala
Usage Note
Nakababahala describes news or situations that cause anxiety or worry. It is the common adjective form used to describe something disturbing.
Examples
" Nakababahala ang balitang ito. "
Natural Translation
This news is alarming.
Literal Translation
Alarming the news this.
" Nakababahala ang pagtaas ng presyo. "
Natural Translation
The rise in prices is alarming.
Literal Translation
Alarming the rising of price.
" Nakababahala ang patuloy na pagbaha sa mababang lugar kaya pinapayuhan ang mga residente na lumikas habang maaga pa. "
Natural Translation
The continuous flooding in low-lying areas is alarming, so residents are advised to evacuate while it is still early.
Literal Translation
Alarming the continuous flooding at low place so advised the residents that evacuate while early still.
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