Pampasawa (en. Partner)

/pam.pa'sa.wa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is invited to an occasion or wedding.
He invited his partner to the wedding.
Inanyayahan niya ang kanyang pampasawa sa kasal.
A companion or partner in life that may be for happiness or need.
His partner is always there for him.
Ang kanyang pampasawa ay laging nandiyan para sa kanya.

Etymology

Originates from 'pama' (to emphasize) and 'sawa' (spouse, married partner)

Common Phrases and Expressions

My partner
Refers to the person being accompanied or in a relationship.
Pampasawa ko

Related Words

spouse
A person who is legally married or in a committed relationship.
asawa
partner
A person who has a romantic relationship with another.
karelasyon

Slang Meanings

Just want to be in a relationship for fun
He's just like a fling, not serious.
Parang pampasawa lang siya, hindi seryoso.
A temporary partner or flirt
She's just a fling in my life.
Siya yung pampasawa lang sa buhay ko.
Something to relieve stress or sadness
I'm looking for a fling to forget my ex.
Naghahanap ako ng pampasawa para makalimutan ang ex ko.