Pasaglit (en. Momentary)

/pasaɡlit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A temporary situation or opportunity.
We had a momentary conversation in the hallway.
Nagkaroon kami ng pasaglit na pag-uusap sa hallway.
A short period or moment.
It's been a momentary; he left immediately.
Matagal na ang pasaglit; umalis na siya agad.
verb
To have a momentary event or change.
We need to momentarily adjust things before deciding.
Kailangan nating pasaglitin ang mga bagay-bagay bago magdesisyon.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'saglit' meaning 'moment' or 'temporary'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

momentary break
A short rest or interval.
pasaglit na pahinga

Related Words

moment
Means a short period or moment.
saglit

Slang Meanings

just a moment
Just a moment, let me fix this.
Pasaglit lang, ayusin ko lang 'to.
hold on
Hold on, let me call Juan.
Pasaglit, tawagan ko si Juan.
just a quick stop
Just a quick stop, I came from the restroom.
Pasaglit, galing ako sa CR.