Pagtamasa (en. Enjoyment)

/paɡtaˈmasa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of receiving or having pleasure from something.
The enjoyment of summer is more fun when spent with family.
Ang pagtamasa ng tag-araw ay mas masaya kapag kasama ang pamilya.
The positive experience brought about by a particular experience.
The enjoyment he gets from his new book brings him joy.
Ang pagtamasa sa kanyang bagong libro ay nagbibigay sa kanya ng kasiyahan.

Etymology

from the word 'tamasahin' meaning 'to enjoy' or 'to feel pleasure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

enjoyment of life
having pleasure in various aspects of life.
pagtamasa ng buhay
enjoyment of nature
enjoying the creations of nature.
pagtamasa ng kalikasan

Related Words

to enjoy
a verb that means to feel pleasure.
masiyahan
sharing
the act of sharing pleasure with others.
sinasaluhan

Slang Meanings

exploitation
He was able to exploit the opportunities that came his way.
Naka-pagtamasa siya sa mga oportunidad na dumating sa kanya.
enjoyment
Let's all enjoy our privileges together.
Sama-sama tayong magpagtamasa ng mga pribelehiyo natin.
worth it
Enjoying the new game is totally worth it!
Ang pagtamasa sa bagong laro ay sulit na sulit!