From root: lipas
Usage Note
Lipas-gutom is the state where one no longer feels hungry because the typical mealtime has passed.
Examples
" Lipas-gutom na ako ngayon. "
Natural Translation
I have lost my appetite now.
Literal Translation
Loss-of-appetite already I now.
" Huwag magpalipas ng gutom para hindi maging lipas-gutom. "
Natural Translation
Don't skip meals so you don't lose your appetite.
Literal Translation
Don't let-pass of hunger so not become loss-of-appetite.
" Dahil sa sobrang dami ng trabaho, inabot ako ng lipas-gutom at hindi na ako makakain nang maayos. "
Natural Translation
Because of the huge amount of work, I lost my appetite and can no longer eat properly.
Literal Translation
Because of very much of work, was-reached I by loss-of-appetite and not already I can-eat properly.
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