walang-gana
listless or no appetite
From root: gana
Usage Note
Walang-gana describes a state of lacking interest, drive, or hunger. Walang-gana siyang magtrabaho dahil sa pagod means he/she has no motivation to work due to tiredness.
Examples
" Walang-gana siyang kumain. "
Natural Translation
He has no appetite to eat.
Literal Translation
Listless he to-eat.
" Walang-gana ang bata maglaro. "
Natural Translation
The child has no appetite for playing.
Literal Translation
Listless the child to play.
" Mula nang umalis ang kaibigan niya, walang-gana na siyang gumawa ng kahit anong gawain sa bahay. "
Natural Translation
Ever since his friend left, he has had no motivation to do any chore at home.
Literal Translation
From when left the friend his, listless already he to-do of any task in house.
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