Pasalita (en. Verbal)
pah-sah-lee-tah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A method of communication that uses words.
Verbal communication is important in interacting with people.
Ang pasalita ay mahalaga sa pakikipag-usap sa mga tao.
Expressing ideas through speech.
We should be careful with our verbal expressions to avoid mistakes.
Dapat tayong maging maingat sa ating pasalita upang hindi magkamali.
Etymology
From the words 'pasa' and 'salita'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
verbal discussion
A conversation that uses words.
pasalitang talakayan
Related Words
speaking
The process of saying words or ideas.
pagsasalita
communication
The sending or receiving of messages.
komunikasyon
Slang Meanings
Gossip or casual talk
Okay, let's chat later at the hangout.
Sige, pasalita tayo mamaya sa tambayan.
Story or narrative
I want you to share the stories about what happened to you.
Gusto kong pasalita ka sa mga nangyari sa'yo.
To talk nonsense or exaggerate
Don't just talk and talk if you don't know anything!
Huwag kang pasalita nang pasalita kung di mo naman alam!