Pasuin (en. To fan or puff air)

/pa-suin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The creation of wind by blowing or introducing intentional force.
Blow on the fire so it won't die.
Pasuin mo ang apoy upang hindi ito mamatay.
The process of urging air to an object or situation.
Let's blow on the candle before making a wish.
Pasuin natin ang kandila bago magbigay ng hiling.
The act of directing air to a certain direction.
Blow on the leaves to see the beauty of the colors.
Pasuin mo ang mga dahon para makita ang ganda ng kulay.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'suwi' meaning to blow or breathe out with intention.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blow the fire
To fan or blow on the fire to revive it.
pasuin ang apoy

Related Words

suwi
A root word describing the action of blowing or introducing air.
suwi
ihip
A word that refers to the act of blowing air using the mouth.
ihip

Slang Meanings

To insult or say hurtful words.
Why do you have such a mean look? It's like you want to roast me!
Bakit ang sama ng tingin mo? Parang gusto mo akong pasuin ha!
To stay up late or work on unfinished tasks.
Because of the deadline, I have to stay up to finish all the reports later.
Dahil sa deadline, kailangang pasuin ang lahat ng report mamaya.