Pagbagtas (en. Crossing)

pag-bag-tas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of crossing or traveling from one area to another.
The crossing of the river is a challenge for travelers.
Ang pagbagtas sa ilog ay isang hamon para sa mga manlalakbay.
A transition or change from one state or position to another.
The transition from a life full of fear to a life of hope is difficult but possible.
Ang pagbagtas mula sa isang buhay na puno ng takot patungo sa isang buhay ng pag-asa ay mahirap subalit posible.

Etymology

root word: 'bagta', from the word 'bagtas' meaning travel or crossing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crossing the river
making a way to cross a river.
pagbagtas ng ilog
crossing through difficulties
crossing from challenges or hardships.
pagbagtas sa kahirapan

Related Words

cross
The action of moving from one side to another, usually related to obstacles like rivers or roads.
tawid
path
The designated route or path taken in a journey.
bagtas

Slang Meanings

carrying out an activity
We need to head back home to rest.
Kailangan natin ng pagbagtas pabalik sa bahay para makapagpahinga.
sacrifice for desires
The sacrifices he made for the family are admirable.
Ang pagbagtas na ginawa niya para sa pamilya ay kahanga-hanga.
following a path or direction
The journey in life is not always easy.
Ang pagbagtas sa buhay ay hindi laging madali.