Pasada (en. Pass)

/pa'sa.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An action or event that has taken place.
The past experience was incredible; we all enjoyed it a lot.
La pasada fue increíble, todos disfrutamos mucho.
A specific moment in time that has already passed.
I remember the last time at the beach as if it were yesterday.
Recuerdo la pasada en la playa como si fuera ayer.
adjective
Referring to something that has already occurred.
He mentioned a past experience he had on his trip.
Mencionó una pasada experiencia que tuvo en su viaje.

Etymology

From the verb 'to pass', referring to something that has happened.

Common Phrases and Expressions

out of style
Something that is no longer in trend.
pasada de moda
after the excitement
When one no longer feels the same excitement for something.
pasada la emoción
give a quick look
To perform a quick or superficial review of something.
dar una pasada

Related Words

to pass
To move from one place to another.
pasar
past
The time that has already elapsed.
pasado
passenger
A person who travels in a means of transport.
pasajero

Slang Meanings

An incredible or impressive experience.
That party was amazing; we will never forget it.
Esa fiesta fue una pasada, jamás lo olvidaremos.
Something that is considered exaggerated or out of the ordinary.
Juan's new car is totally awesome.
El nuevo coche de Juan es una pasada total.