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Aklat Insight - Itaas na Intermediate - Pananaw sa Bokabularyo 4

Dito mo makikita ang mga salita mula sa Vocabulary Insight 4 sa Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, tulad ng "dismally", "in vain", "addicted", atbp.

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to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

Ex: Letclear the decks and then we can start cooking dinner .

rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: The teacher was just getting ready to hand out the quizzes when the fire alarm went offsaved by the bell!
addicted
[pang-uri]

physically or mentally dependent on a substance, behavior, or activity

adik, nakadepende

adik, nakadepende

Ex: She 's addicted to toxic relationships , mistaking drama for passion .Siya ay **adik** sa mga toxic na relasyon, nagkakamali ng drama bilang passion.
addiction
[Pangngalan]

a strong desire to do or have something

pagkagumon, adiksyon

pagkagumon, adiksyon

Ex: She developed an addiction to reading mystery novels , finishing one every week .Nagkaroon siya ng **adiksyon** sa pagbabasa ng mga nobelang misteryo, natatapos ang isa bawat linggo.
bald
[pang-uri]

having little or no hair on the head

kalbo, panot

kalbo, panot

Ex: The older gentleman had a neat and tidy bald head , which suited him well .Ang matandang lalaki ay may malinis at maayos na **kalbo** na ulo, na bagay sa kanya.
baldness
[Pangngalan]

the condition of having little or no hair on the head or body

kalbo, pagkakalbo

kalbo, pagkakalbo

Ex: He noticed the first signs of baldness in his late twenties .Napansin niya ang mga unang palatandaan ng **kalbo** sa huling bahagi ng kanyang dalawampu't siyam na taon.
deaf
[pang-uri]

partly or completely unable to hear

bingi, may kapansanan sa pandinig

bingi, may kapansanan sa pandinig

Ex: He learned to lip-read to better understand conversations as he grew increasingly deaf.Natuto siyang magbasa ng labi upang mas maunawaan ang mga pag-uusap habang siya ay lalong nagiging **bingi**.
deafness
[Pangngalan]

the state or condition of being totally or partially unable to hear

kawalan ng pandinig, kalagayan ng pagkabingi

kawalan ng pandinig, kalagayan ng pagkabingi

Ex: Early detection of deafness is essential for better outcomes .Ang maagang pagtuklas sa **pagkabingi** ay mahalaga para sa mas magandang resulta.
disabled
[pang-uri]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

may kapansanan, balda

may kapansanan, balda

Ex: The disabled worker excels in their job despite facing challenges related to their condition .Ang **may kapansanan** na manggagawa ay nagtatagumpay sa kanilang trabaho sa kabila ng pagharap sa mga hamon na may kaugnayan sa kanilang kondisyon.
disability
[Pangngalan]

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

kapansanan, disabilidad

kapansanan, disabilidad

Ex: Disability should not prevent someone from achieving their goals .Ang **kapansanan** ay hindi dapat hadlang sa pagkamit ng isang tao ng kanyang mga layunin.
imperfect
[pang-uri]

having faults, flaws, or shortcomings

hindi perpekto, may depekto

hindi perpekto, may depekto

Ex: The painting was captivating but imperfect, with brushstrokes that were slightly uneven .Ang painting ay nakakabilib pero **hindi perpekto**, na may mga brushstroke na medyo hindi pantay.
imperfection
[Pangngalan]

a state of having flaws or mistakes, which make something or someone less than ideal

pagkaimperpekto, depekto

pagkaimperpekto, depekto

obese
[pang-uri]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

mataba, sobra sa timbang

mataba, sobra sa timbang

Ex: Obese children are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases later in life .Ang mga batang **sobra sa timbang** ay nasa mas mataas na panganib na magkaroon ng mga malalang sakit sa pagtanda.
obesity
[Pangngalan]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

obesity, sobrepeso

obesity, sobrepeso

Ex: Addressing obesity requires a multifaceted approach that includes promoting healthy eating habits , regular physical activity , and community-wide initiatives .Ang pagtugon sa **obesity** ay nangangailangan ng isang multifaceted na diskarte na kinabibilangan ng pagtataguyod ng malusog na gawi sa pagkain, regular na pisikal na aktibidad, at mga inisyatibo sa buong komunidad.

used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: At first glance , the painting seemed ordinary , but upon closer inspection , there more than meets the eye, with hidden symbols and layers of meaning .

used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

Ex: His heart isn’t in the team anymore; he doesn’t seem to care about the games.

to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: My grandfather dug in his heels and refused to move to an apartment.

to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

Ex: She came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city .
dismally
[pang-abay]

in a gloomy, depressing, or hopeless manner

nang malungkot, nang walang pag-asa

nang malungkot, nang walang pag-asa

Ex: The project ended dismally, leaving everyone feeling defeated .Ang proyekto ay nagtapos **nang malungkot**, na nag-iwan sa lahat ng pakiramdam na natalo.
flowing
[pang-uri]

shaped or structured to allow air, water, or other fluids to move smoothly with minimal obstruction

daloy, aerodynamic

daloy, aerodynamic

Ex: The yacht’s flowing hull improves speed on water.Ang **umaagos** na katawan ng yate ay nagpapabuti sa bilis sa tubig.

used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

Ex: The new restaurant in town head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to culinary innovation and unique flavors .

to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

Ex: Even before the diagnosis, she felt in her bones that her health was deteriorating, and it prompted her to seek medical attention.

in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

Ex: Even though they were having a great time on their road trip, the responsibilities waiting for them back home were at the back of their minds.

used to suggest that working together with others can often lead to better results than working alone, as combining different perspectives and ideas can create stronger solutions

Ex: The business partners brought different skills and expertise to the table , recognizing two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture .
in vain
[pang-abay]

without success or achieving the desired result

walang kabuluhan, nang walang tagumpay

walang kabuluhan, nang walang tagumpay

Ex: The doctor worked tirelessly to save the patient , but unfortunately , all efforts proved to be in vain, and the patient could not be revived .Ang doktor ay nagtrabaho nang walang pagod upang iligtas ang pasyente, ngunit sa kasamaang-palad, ang lahat ng pagsisikap ay naging **walang saysay**, at ang pasyente ay hindi na muling nabuhay.
body and soul
[Parirala]

with all that one has

Ex: She pursued her passion for music with unwavering dedication , giving it her allbody and soul.

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Before signing the contract, keep in mind the terms and conditions to avoid any future misunderstandings.

a sense of relief gained as a result of no longer being in a difficult or worrisome situation

Ex: Talking over my problem with my close friend was weight off my shoulders.

used to suggest that one must be bold and take risks to achieve one's goals

Ex: The timid athlete was afraid to attempt the difficult jump, fearing injury.

to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

Ex: The company tried to pull the wool over the government's eyes by falsifying its financial records.

a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex: Being selected as the team captain was feather in his cap, reflecting his leadership skills and dedication to the sport .

to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

Ex: The couple had champagne taste on a beer budget, constantly longing for lavish vacations and extravagant experiences they couldn't afford.
lifeless
[pang-uri]

without any signs of life or vitality

walang buhay, patay

walang buhay, patay

Ex: After the accident , the paramedics found the driver slumped over the steering wheel , his body appearing lifeless.Pagkatapos ng aksidente, natagpuan ng mga paramediko ang drayber na nakahandusay sa manibela, ang kanyang katawan ay mukhang **walang buhay**.
pearly
[pang-uri]

having a shiny, white or light-colored surface similar to that of a pearl

parang perlas, makintab na parang perlas

parang perlas, makintab na parang perlas

shrivelled
[pang-uri]

having become dry, wrinkled, and smaller in size, often due to a loss of moisture or aging

tuyô, kulubot

tuyô, kulubot

watery
[pang-uri]

having too much water and little taste

matubig, walang lasa

matubig, walang lasa

Ex: The smoothie was watery and bland , lacking the creaminess and sweetness of properly blended fruit .Ang smoothie ay **matubig** at walang lasa, kulang sa creaminess at tamis ng maayos na halo-halong prutas.
to head out
[Pandiwa]

to leave a place or go on a journey, especially for a specific destination

umalis, maglakbay

umalis, maglakbay

Ex: She decided to head out early to avoid the rush hour traffic .Nagpasya siyang **umalis** nang maaga para maiwasan ang trapiko sa rush hour.

to be fired from one's position or job

Ex: She's been warned about her behavior, and if she doesn't improve, she'll get the sack.

to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

Ex: The took it on the chin as a symbol of the system in the Sixties .

to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: The mentor taught him the ropes of public speaking.

to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

Ex: The entrepreneur held her cards close to her vest when discussing her new invention, protecting her intellectual property until she secured proper patents.

to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

Ex: The employee decided to put her cards on the table and openly address the issues that were affecting her productivity in the workplace.
hard to swallow
[Parirala]

(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: I found her story hard to swallow.
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