Asalin (en. Origin)

/asino/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Source or origin of a thing or person.
Let us know the origin of traditions in our culture.
Alamin natin ang asalin ng mga tradisyon sa ating kultura.
The race or genealogy of a person.
They are examining the origin of their family.
Sinusuri nila ang asalin ng kanilang pamilya.
The originating place or country of a thing.
Many people are interested in the origin of products.
Maraming tao ang interesado sa asalin ng mga produkto.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

origin of race
Refer to the heritage or ancestry of an individual.
asalin ng lahi

Related Words

indigenous
A person born or raised in a specific place, often referring to local people.
katutubo
race
The identity or group of people based on shared characteristics.
lahi

Slang Meanings

origin or place of origin
What’s your origin? Are you from Manila or the province?
Anong asalin mo? Galing ka ba sa Maynila o sa probinsya?
innate characteristic or behavior
John is really nice; that's just his nature.
Sobrang bait talaga ni John, asalin na niya yun.
heritage or roots
You should know your heritage.
Dapat alamin mo ang asalin ng lahi mo.