Pagsuag (en. To evade)

/pagsuˈag/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
The action of avoiding or turning away from a situation or person.
He evaded the reporter's questions.
Siya'y nagsagawa ng pagsuag sa mga tanong ng reporter.
A way of avoiding that may have a purpose or not.
He often evades responsibilities.
Madalas niyang ginagawa ang pagsuag sa mga responsibilidad.
Turning away from the expected path or event.
He evaded his original plan.
Nagpagsuag siya sa kanyang orihinal na plano.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'suag'

Common Phrases and Expressions

evading problems
Avoiding challenges or trials.
pagsuag sa problema
evading responsibility
Turning away or avoiding duties.
pagsuag ng responsibilidad

Related Words

suag
Root word referring to the idea of avoidance or turning away.
suag
takas
The act of leaving or avoiding a situation.
takas

Slang Meanings

to keep going or working even when it's tough
Even though I'm super tired, I still keep going with the project.
Kahit na sobrang pagod na ako, tuloy-tuloy pa rin ako sa pagsuag sa proyekto.
to channel strength or determination into something
We need to keep pushing for this fight, there's no backing out.
Kailangan nating magpagsuag para sa laban na ito, wala nang atrasan.