Paabot (en. To relay)

pah-ab-ot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
the process of delivering or passing something from one person to another.
The relay of the letter from her friend brought good news.
Ang paabot ng sulat mula sa kanyang kaibigan ay nagdala ng magandang balita.
verb
to act in order to pass or convey something.
You need to relay the documents to his office.
Kailangan mong paaboton ang mga dokumento sa kanyang opisina.

Etymology

root word: abot

Common Phrases and Expressions

relay the message
to convey a message to others.
paabot ng mensahe

Related Words

reach
the ability to carry or pass something.
abot
send
the process of sending something.
padala

Slang Meanings

fare or funds requested from someone else
Dude, can you lend me 20 pesos? I don't have fare.
Pre, paabot naman ng 20 pesos, wala akong pamasahe.
a request or plea asking for help
Hey, can you pass me some water? I'm really thirsty!
Aba, paabot naman ng tubig, nauuhaw na ako!
helping someone with their needs
Hey, can you get the coffee for our guests?
Kumusta, paabot ang kape para sa mga bisita?