Pasalat (en. A faux pas)

/pɐsɐˈlɐt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A mistake or flaw in behavior or actions.

Forming a wrong opinion in front of many people is a big faux pas.

Ang pagbuo ng maling opinyon sa harap ng maraming tao ay isang malaking pasalat.

An action that is inappropriate or unacceptable.

We should be careful with our words to avoid faux pas in gatherings.

Dapat tayong maging maingat sa ating mga salita upang maiwasan ang pasalat sa mga pagtitipon.

Derived from the root word 'salat' meaning 'lacking' or 'foolish'.

don't commit a faux pas

Avoid making a mistake or inappropriate action.

huwag gumawa ng pasalat

salat

Expresses lack or deficiency in something.

salat

Thanksgiving or a gift with contents.

Bro, I’m so happy with your surprise, there are really a lot of pasalat in the box!

Bro, ang saya suprise mo, ang dami talagang pasalat sa loob ng box!

An occasional offering as a sign of gratitude.

I will bring pasalat for my colleagues at work tomorrow!

Magdadala ako ng pasalat sa mga kasama ko sa work bukas!

Small gifts or treats.

We should have pasalat for friends at every get-together.

Dapat may pasalat tayo sa mga kaibigan sa bawat get-together.