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!