Filipino · Emotions & Feelings
malungkot
Sad
Beginneradjective
Definition
Feeling unhappy.
Example
Bakit ka malungkot?
Why are you sad?
Etymology
'Malungkot' is a native Tagalog adjective meaning 'sad', combining the prefix 'ma-' with the root word 'lungkot' (sorrow).
How & Where It’s Used
'Malungkot' is used in both formal and informal contexts, widely understood among speakers in various social settings.