From root: bigo
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nabigo
na-bi-GO
failed
Present (Incomplete)
nabibigo
na-bi-bi-GO
is failing
Future (Contemplated)
mabibigo
ma-bi-bi-GO
will fail
Usage Note
Mabigo is used to describe the act of failing or being disappointed, often in the context of personal aspirations or romantic relationships. It conveys a sense of frustration when expectations are not met or efforts do not lead to success.
Examples
" Ayaw kong mabigo. "
Natural Translation
I don't want to fail.
Literal Translation
Don't-want I fail.
" Huwag kang matakot na mabigo. "
Natural Translation
Do not be afraid to fail.
Literal Translation
Do-not you be-afraid that fail.
" Kahit alam niyang maaari siyang mabigo, sinubukan pa rin niyang ipaglaban ang kanyang pangarap. "
Natural Translation
Even though he knew he might fail, he still tried to fight for his dream.
Literal Translation
Even-though knew he that-might he fail, tried still he to-fight-for the his dream.
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