Pasumala (en. Reprieve)

pa-su-ma-la

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb meaning to give a respite or chance for something to avoid punishment or not to proceed.

The reprieve in his judgment led to his acquittal.

Ang pasumala sa kanyang paghatol ay nagbigay-daan sa kanyang pagkaka-abswelto.

The suspension or annulment of a penalty or responsibility.

The reprieve given to him seemed like a gift from above.

Ang pasumala na ibinigay sa kanya ay tila isang regalo mula sa langit.

Making a decision that allows for a longer time to prepare or act.

The reprieve given by the court provided him enough time to prepare.

Ang pasumala na isinagawa ng hukuman ay nagbigay sa kanya ng sapat na oras para maghanda.

Derived from the root word 'sumala', which means 'to decide' or 'to choose'.

to grant a reprieve

To put in a state of granting a chance or respite.

ipagpasumala

permission

The right or approval to do something.

pahintulot

forgiveness

The act of forgiving or acknowledging someone else's mistake.

pagpapatawad

Intentionally causing pain

What’s that, you’re intentionally hurting my heart again!

Ano ba 'yan, parang pasumala ka na namang sumakit sa puso ko!

Ignoring someone's feelings

Don't disregard her feelings, friend.

Huwag kang pasumala sa feelings niya, friend.