Paisdaan (en. Fishing)

pais-daan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where fish are caught or harvested.
We went to the fishing place this weekend to catch fish.
Pumunta kami sa paisdaan ngayong katapusan ng linggo upang manghuli ng isda.
The activity of fishing in water.
Fishing is a great way to relax and have fun.
Ang paisdaan ay isang magandang paraan upang mag-relax at magsaya.

Etymology

From the words 'festival' and 'way'

Common Phrases and Expressions

We will go fishing.
We will catch fish.
Magpapa-paisdaan tayo.

Related Words

fish
Animals that live in water and are often caught.
isda
fishing rod
A tool used for fishing.
pamingwit

Slang Meanings

Gathering of people to hold a celebration with a twist (e.g., a way to 'catch' opportunities in life).
How's it going, dude! Let's have a paisdaan at Juan's place later.
Kumusta na, pare! Tara, paisdaan tayo sa ganap sa bahay ni Juan mamaya.
Having relationships with others, can be casual or unserious.
He’s not serious about his paisdaan, it’s all just nonsense.
Hindi siya seryoso sa mga paisdaan niya, puro kalokohan lang.
To hold a 'catching-up' session with friends who haven't seen each other for a while.
Yesterday’s paisdaan was fun, a lot of stories and laughs!
Ang saya ng paisdaan kahapon, daming kwentuhan at tawanan!