Pasuwitan (en. Dawn)

/pa-su-wi-tan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The time of first light in the morning, before the sun rises.
The birds begin to sing at dawn.
Ang mga ibon ay nagsisimulang umaawit sa pasuwitan.
The beginning of a new day.
Dawn is a sign of hope and new beginnings.
Ang pasuwitan ay tanda ng pag-asa at bagong simula.

Etymology

Originates from the root 'suwi' meaning 'to emerge' or 'to come out from below'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the dawn
In the morning hours, often referring to having new or fresh opportunities.
sa pasuwitan

Related Words

sunrise
The time when the sun rises.
sikat ng araw
twilight
The light in the morning before the sun rises.
liwayway

Slang Meanings

It's like gossiping; sharing stories about the latest news or events.
Did you know? Our pasuwitan earlier was so fun, there were so many entertaining stories.
Alam mo ba? Ang saya-saya ng pasuwitan natin kanina, ang daming kwentong nakakaaliw.
A gathering of friends to relax or chill.
Come on, let's pasuwitan at my place later; it's fun when we all hang out together.
Tara, pasuwitan tayo sa bahay mamaya, ang saya kapag sabay-sabay tayo.
An opportunity to have fun or enjoy.
They organized a pasuwitan to escape the stress from work.
Nag-organize sila ng pasuwitan para makatakas sa stress ng trabaho.