Paskwas (en. Christmas)
/paskwas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A festival commemorated on December 25 in commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Passover is an important occasion for Christians.
Ang paskwas ay isang mahalagang okasyon para sa mga Kristiyano.
A custom or tradition of giving gifts and romance to others.
In Easter, we often give gifts to our friends and family.
Sa paskwas, madalas tayong nagbibigay ng regalo sa ating mga kaibigan at pamilya.
Christmas season full of joy and romance.
Easter is a time of celebration and hope.
Ang paskwas ay panahon ng pagdiriwang at pag-asa.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Merry Christmas
A greeting meaning 'Merry Christmas'.
Maligayang Paskwas
Christmas gathering
Celebration or gathering with family and friends during Christmas.
Pagsasalu-salo sa Paskwas
Related Words
Noche Buena
Traditional feast held on Christmas Eve.
Noche Buena
Simbang Gabi
A series of masses held in the morning leading up to Christmas.
Simbang Gabi
Slang Meanings
Christmas cheer
Just let the paskwas be, it's better to enjoy Christmas!
Ang paskwas ay hayaan mo na lang, mas mabuti pang mag-enjoy sa Pasko!
explosive Christmas celebration
The party looks like a paskwas, so get ready for an explosive fun!
Parang paskwas ang labas ng party, kaya maghanda ka na sa pasabog na saya!
Christmas joy
Since it's paskwas, you can really feel the joy around!
Dahil paskwas na, damang-dama mo na ang ligaya sa paligid!