Pagkasala (en. Sin)
pahg-kah-sah-lah
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The act of making a mistake or wrongdoing.
His sin caused many problems.
Ang kanyang pagkakasala ay nagdulot ng maraming problema.
An offense against morals or law.
Breaking the law comes with penalties.
Ang pagkakasala sa batas ay may kaakibat na parusa.
A breach of rules or code of conduct.
Violation of school rules could result in suspension.
Ang pagkakasala sa alituntunin ng paaralan ay maaaring magresulta sa pagsuspinde.
Etymology
The word 'pagkasala' originates from the root word 'sala' which means mistake or sin, combined with 'pag' denoting the process of having it.
Common Phrases and Expressions
admitted sin
The act of committing a sin or admitting to wrongdoing.
nagpakasala
asking for forgiveness for a sin
The process of seeking forgiveness for an offense committed.
paghingi ng tawad sa pagkakasala
Related Words
forgiveness
The act of forgiving a wrongdoing.
kapatawaran
faith
The belief that there is grace and forgiveness from God.
pananampalataya
Slang Meanings
When you make a mistake or commit a sin, it's often said as 'pagkasala' among friends.
Oh no, that was really a mistake, I said something I shouldn't have.
Naku, pagkasala talaga yun, nagsalita ako ng hindi ko dapat nasabi.
Referred to as a mistake when something undesirable or wrong is done that causes a problem.
Because of his mistake, he needs to ask for forgiveness.
Dahil sa kanyang pagkasala, kailangan niyang humingi ng tawad.