Ahasin (en. To train)

/a-ha-sin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Performing an action with the aim of becoming skilled.
He needs to train his skills in creation.
Kailangan niyang ahasin ang kanyang mga kasanayan sa paglikha.
A process of training a person or thing.
His training is strict to become the best athlete.
Mahigpit ang kanyang ahasin upang maging pinakamahusay na atleta.
Expanding ability in a particular field.
With the help of his coach, he will train his talent in basketball.
Sa tulong ng kanyang coach, ahasin niya ang kanyang galing sa basketball.

Etymology

From the word 'hasa' meaning 'to train' or 'to practice'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to train
A form of practice or skill expansion.
mag-ahasin

Related Words

hasa
The root word meaning 'to train' or 'to practice'.
hasa
pagsasanay
Act or process of imparting skill to a person.
pagsasanay

Slang Meanings

sour wine or drink
The taste of this sour drink is like vinegar!
Ang lasa ng ahasin na ito ay parang suka na!
has a bad attitude or disposition
Oh man, Juan's sourness in class makes it seem like he doesn’t want to get along at all.
Naku, ang ahasin ni Juan sa klase, parang ayaw talagang makisama.