Asa (en. Hope)

/ˈasa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A feeling or state of longing for something to happen or be attained.
There is hope that he will recover from his illness.
Mayroong pag-asa na makakabawi siya sa kanyang sakit.
Having trust in the future or in events.
Hope gives us strength in times of trials.
Ang pag-asa ang nagbibigay lakas sa atin sa mga pagsubok.
An entity recognized as attainable or achievable.
His dream is a great hope for him.
Ang kanyang pangarap ay isang malaking pag-asa para sa kanya.

Etymology

Originated from the Filipino word 'asa' referring to hope or faith.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hope in God
Trust and hope in God's help in situations.
asa sa Diyos
hoping
Waiting or anticipating a good event.
umaasa

Related Words

behavior
Refers to the behavior or actions of a person.
asal
spouse
Term for a life partner or marital companion.
asawa

Slang Meanings

Hope, but feels like there’s none.
I’m just hoping to find a job.
Asa na lang ako na makahanap ng trabaho.
Nothing happened or progressed.
Hope, our project didn’t push through.
Asa, hindi naman natuloy ang project namin.
Waiting with no certainty.
Hope you think I’ll get home on time, but the traffic is bad.
Asa ka na makakauwi pa ako sa oras, eh traffic na.