Pasag (en. Pass)

pa-ság

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A method of avoiding or bypassing something.
A pass is needed to overcome obstacles to achieve success.
Kailangan ng pasag sa mga hadlang upang makamit ang tagumpay.
An act of passing through something or a place.
The passage through the bridge allowed people to cross.
Ang pasag sa tulay ay nagbigay daan sa mga tao na makatawid.
A state of not confronting a challenge or problem.
The pass he took on the issue resulted in misunderstandings.
Ang pasag na ginawa niya sa isyu ay nagresulta sa hindi pagkakaunawaan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'sag', meaning to pass or avoid failure.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has a pass
has an opportunity or way to succeed.
may pasag

Related Words

passage
The process of ensuring a way or taking steps to achieve a goal.
pagsag

Slang Meanings

Answering or responding.
Why haven't you given an answer to his question yet?
Bakit hindi ka pa nagpapasag sa tanong niya?
Answering with sarcasm or teasing.
Of course, he responded as if he didn't care!
Siyempre, nagpasag na siya na parang hindi siya nagmamalasakit!