Padaan (en. Passage)

/paˈdaan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place that is traversed or a passage for people or vehicles.
We need to find a passageway to allow the water to flow.
Kailangan nating humanap ng padaan upang makadaloy ang tubig.
The process of passing through a place.
The passage through the narrow bridge is difficult.
Ang pagdaan sa makipot na tulay ay mahirap.
A pathway that is commonly used for activities.
This passageway is important for any transportation.
Ang padaan na ito ay importante sa kahit anong transportasyon.

Etymology

Returning to the word 'daan' which means path or road.

Common Phrases and Expressions

path in life
The experiences or processes encountered in the journey of life.
padaan sa buhay

Related Words

crossing
The action of passing from one place to another.
pagtawid
road
A part of the land or area used for travel.
daan

Slang Meanings

Just a way to pass by someone you have a crush on or someone you like.
Oh look, there's my 'padaan' again! That guy is so handsome!
Aba, may padaan na naman! Ang gwapo naman niyan!
Intentionally walking by to see someone.
I passed by the mall just to see Lisa.
Nagpadaan ako sa mall para makita si Lisa.
Just to get someone's attention.
I walked by him hoping he'd notice me.
Para makapansin siya sa akin, nagpadaan ako sa harap niya.