sawa
sawâ with stress marks
feeling of satiety; fed up; feeling of having had too much
Also means
Sawa also refers to the large reticulated python, a different word sharing the same spelling but unrelated meaning.
Usage Note
Sawa expresses the feeling of having had too much of something — food, a situation, or a person. It often implies mild disgust or exhaustion from overexposure. The phrase 'sawa na ako' is a common way to say 'I'm done with this' or 'I've had enough.'
Examples
" Sawa na ako sa kanin. "
Natural Translation
I'm fed up with rice.
Literal Translation
Fed-up already I in rice.
" Ako ay sawa na sa manok. "
Natural Translation
I am already fed up with chicken.
Literal Translation
I am fed-up already in chicken.
" Sawa na akong marinig ang parehong dahilan, kaya't sa pagkakataong ito ay umaasa ako sa katotohanan. "
Natural Translation
I'm sick of hearing the same excuse, so this time I'm hoping for the truth.
Literal Translation
Fed-up already I-to hear the same reason, so in opportunity this hoping I in truth.
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