Pagliban (en. Absence)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of not attending or not showing up at an event or occasion.
His absence from class resulted in him being out of the exam.
Ang pagliban niya sa klase ay nagdulot ng kanyang pagkaka-out sa exam.
The act of not entering a workplace or school at the appointed time.
The absence of students from school for the field trip was organized.
Ang pagliban ng mga estudyante sa paaralan para sa field trip ay naisaayos.
The non-participation in an activity or event.
His absence from the meeting caused misunderstandings.
Ang kanyang pagliban sa pagpupulong ay naging sanhi ng hindi pagkakaintindihan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

absence from class
Not attending lessons or class sessions.
pagliban sa klase
employee absence
An employee not showing up at work.
pagliban ng trabahador

Related Words

absent
A term used to describe someone who is not in a place or event.
absent
meeting
An event where people gather.
pagkakatagpo

Slang Meanings

lying about a reason, often something fabricated
He skipped and invented a reason that he was sick.
Nagliban siya kaya naman nag-imbento ng dahilan na may sakit siya.
a proper chance to rest or have fun
Go ahead, skip class to attend the concert!
Sige, magpagliban ka na lang sa klase para makapunta sa concert!
not attending school or work without a valid reason
Many skipped work because of the storm.
Marami ang nagliban sa trabaho dahil sa bagyo.
temporary avoidance of responsibilities or obligations
He needs to skip occasionally for his mental health.
Kailangan niyang magliban paminsan-minsan para sa kanyang mental health.