Pagsaulian (en. Reciprocal exchange)

/pag-sau-li-an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of exchanging or returning something to a person.
The exchange of gifts is a tradition in our family.
Ang pagsaulian ng mga regalo ay isang tradisyon sa aming pamilya.
An agreement aimed at returning the counterpart of something.
In the exchange of their services, they agreed on both sides.
Sa pagsaulian ng kanilang mga serbisyo, nagkasundo sila sa magkabilang panig.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'saual' meaning 'exchange' or 'give back'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

repayment of debt
The payment or return of borrowed money.
pagsaulian ng utang

Related Words

return
The process of returning something to its original owner.
pagsasauli

Slang Meanings

Exchange or return of value (in favors or services)
We're exchanging gifts for his birthday party.
Nagpa-pagsaulian kami ng regalo para sa birthday party niya.
Repayment of debts or obligations
He needs to settle his debts before the year ends.
Kailangan niyang makapag-pagsaulian sa mga utang niya bago matapos ang taon.