Palabasa (en. Reading material)

/pa.la'ba.sa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Works or materials that can be read.
The readings in the library are full of various genres.
Ang mga palabasa sa library ay puno ng iba't ibang genre.
A form of reading that emphasizes the training in reading and comprehension.
Reading materials are important for developing literacy skills.
Mahalaga ang palabasa sa pag-develop ng kakayahan sa literacy.

Etymology

This word has roots from the words 'statement' and 'read'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reading materials for children
works written for young people
mga palabasa para sa mga bata
reading in class
materials used in education or lessons
palabasa sa klase

Related Words

read
The recognition and understanding of written text.
basa
speaking
The ability to converse and express oneself.
pagsasalita

Slang Meanings

Read it already!
That's a reading, you need that for your project!
Palabasa na 'yan, kailangan mo 'yan para sa project mo!
Wait, that sounds boring!
Reading? Wait, that sounds boring! Let's just surf!
Palabasa? Teka, parang boring 'yan! Magsurf na lang tayo!
That reading takes a lot of effort!
Wow, that reading really requires effort!
Grabe ang palabasa na 'yan, kailangan talaga ng effort!