Pasiba (en. Apology)

pah-si-ba

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A way of asking for forgiveness or expressing regret for a mistake.
He offered an apology to his friend for his behavior.
Nagbigay siya ng pasiba sa kanyang kaibigan dahil sa inasal niya.
A statement that shows reconciliation or reflection on a situation.
His apology was heartfelt and full of sincerity.
Ang kanyang pasiba ay taos-puso at puno ng sinseridad.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'pasibo' which means asking for forgiveness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am apologizing.
Nagpapahayag ng kasalanan.
Nagpapasiba ako
To accept an apology.
Pagsang-ayon sa isang paghingi ng tawad.
Tumanggap ng pasiba

Related Words

patience
Showing understanding in a situation or towards others.
pasensya
mistake
An action or decision that is incorrect or wrong.
pagkakamali

Slang Meanings

Sorry
Sorry, I was late to the meeting.
Pasiba, kasi na-late ako sa meeting.
My bad
Sorry, I didn't mean for that to happen.
Pasiba na, di ko sinasadyang mangyari 'yun.
Oop
Oops, I misspelled it.
Pasiba, nagkamali ako sa spelling.