bigo
bigô with stress marks
disappointed; failed
Usage Note
Bigo describes a person who has failed in an endeavor or suffered romantic rejection, capturing both the defeat and the emotional sting. It is a common theme in Filipino songs and dramas to convey deep heartbreak or the frustration of thwarted hopes.
Examples
" Bigo ako kahapon. "
Natural Translation
I was disappointed yesterday.
Literal Translation
Disappointed I yesterday.
" Bigo ako sa aking pagsusulit. "
Natural Translation
I failed in my exam.
Literal Translation
Failed I in my exam.
" Bagaman bigo siya sa pag-ibig, hindi siya tumigil sa pangarap na makahanap ng tunay na kapareha. "
Natural Translation
Although she was heartbroken in love, she did not stop dreaming of finding a true partner.
Literal Translation
Although disappointed she in love, not she stopped in dream that to-find of true partner.
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