Pamauna (en. First priority)
pah-mah-oo-nah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The word pamauna refers to a thing of highest importance or something that should be prioritized.
In their meeting, Maria presented the first priority for the company's projects.
Sa kanilang pulong, inilahad ni Maria ang pamauna sa mga proyekto ng kumpanya.
It can also refer to a person or thing that should be prioritized because of its value.
We should pay attention to the first priority for each member of our group.
Dapat nating bigyang-pansin ang pamauna sa bawat isa sa ating grupo.
Etymology
It is derived from the words 'pama' and 'una' meaning 'beginning'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
first on the list
The thing that should be prioritized or given attention.
pamauna sa listahan
Related Words
priority
The level of importance given to a thing or task compared to others.
prayoridad
Slang Meanings
let's go, let's start!
Let's pamauna, they're already outside!
Pamauna na tayo, nasa labas na sila!
let's get on with it!
Let's pamauna, open the party!
Pamauna na, buksan na ang party!
let's charge out!
Let’s pamauna outside, there's a fight already!
Pamauna na sa labas, may laban na!