Abangan (en. Wait for)

/abaŋan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word meaning waiting or anticipating something.
The wait for his arrival was full of excitement.
Ang abangan sa kanyang pagdating ay puno ng pananabik.
verb
The act of waiting or anticipating.
Wait for the next part of the show.
Abangan mo ang susunod na bahagi ng palabas.

Etymology

The word 'abangan' originates from the root word 'abang' which means to wait or to rush for an event or occurrence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wait for the next chapter
Do not miss the upcoming events or chapters.
abangan ang susunod na kabanata

Related Words

wait
The root word of 'abangan' which means to wait.
abang

Slang Meanings

Waiting or focusing on the next event.
Wait for the next surprise at the concert!
Abangan mo yung susunod na pasabog sa concert!
Situation of being super excited.
Wow, can't wait for the new album release, so fun!
Grabe, abangan ang bagong labas na album, ang saya!
Observing what's happening and being ready for anything.
Watch out for him, he might bring a treat!
Abangan mo siya, baka may dalang pasalubong!