Eksepsyon (en. Exception)

ek-sep-syon

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A thing that does not follow a common rule or cause.
His case is an exception to the usual rule.
Ang kanyang kaso ay isang eksepsyon sa pangkaraniwang tuntunin.
An exclusion from a general law or rule.
There are exceptions to this law that must be considered.
May mga eksepsyon sa batas na ito na dapat isaalang-alang.
A situation or person that differs from others.
In every group, there are exceptions like him.
Sa bawat grupo, may mga eksepsyon na tulad niya.

Etymology

from the Spanish "excepción"

Common Phrases and Expressions

no exception
This means that a law or rule applies to everyone.
walang eksepsyon
there is an exception
This means that there are cases not included in a rule or system.
may eksepsyon

Related Words

because
A word that expresses reason or cause.
dahil
granted
A word that describes giving permission or benefit.
ipinagkaloob

Slang Meanings

Saying something out of tone or different from what is usual
Looks like you’re the exception to the rules again.
Parang ikaw na naman yung eksepsyon sa mga bawal na eh.
A person who doesn't follow the usual norms or standards
He doesn’t speak in meetings, he’s the exception to everyone.
Hindi siya nagsasalita sa mga meeting, eksepsyon siya sa lahat.
A situation where you are alone or with someone different
He’s from another place, so he’s the exception in our group.
Taga-ibang lugar siya, kaya siya yung eksepsyon sa grupo natin.