Pasugal (en. Gamble)
/pa-su-gal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of taking risks or putting money in a game to gain a profit.
Gambling can be fun, but it comes with risks.
Ang pasugal ay maaaring maging masaya, ngunit may kaakibat na panganib.
An activity related to games of chance.
Many people become addicted to gambling even though they know the risks.
Maraming tao ang nahuhumaling sa pasugal kahit na alam nila ang panganib nito.
Etymology
Originating from the word 'sugal', which means gamble or willingness to risk in an activity for potential reward.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Gambling in a casino
Gambling in an establishment that has games of chance.
Pasugal sa casino
Don't gamble excessively
Be careful not to put too much money in games.
Huwag magpasugal nang labis
Related Words
gambling
The activity of putting money into games of chance.
pagsusugal
bet
A stake or amount placed on a game or wager.
pusta
Slang Meanings
To play gambling or bet on games.
I just won at gambling earlier at the betting house!
Kakapanalo ko lang sa pasugal sa sugalan kanina!
Looking for an easier way to earn money.
Let's gamble later, we might get lucky!
Pasugal tayo mamaya, baka swertehen tayo!
The passion or liking for gambling games.
Jun is really into gambling, he's always playing poker!
Sobrang pasugal ni Jun, lagi na lang naglalaro ng poker!