Pasyon (en. Passion)

/ˈpas.jon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of literature that typically tells about the life, suffering, and death of Jesus Christ.
Every year, people discuss the 'pasyon' during Holy Week ceremonies.
Bawat taon, tinatalakay ng mga tao ang 'pasyon' sa mga seremonya ng Mahal na Araw.
Intense feelings or emotions, often related to art or love.
The artist has a deep 'pasyon' for his work.
May malalim na 'pasyon' ang artist sa kanyang likha.
An intense desire or enthusiasm for something.
His 'pasyon' for helping others is noticeable.
Ang kanyang 'pasyon' para sa pagtulong sa iba ay kapansin-pansin.

Etymology

It originates from the Spanish word 'pasión', meaning 'suffering' or 'love'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

passion and death of Christ
Refers to the passion and death of Christ, often related to religious observances.
pasyon at kamatayan ni Kristo
passion of life
The struggles or intense experiences in life.
pasyon ng buhay

Related Words

passage
The part of the 'pasyon' that narrates the sufferings.
pasyo
acceptance
Recognizing the challenges brought by the 'pasyon'.
pagtanggap

Slang Meanings

Excessive or extreme display of moments or experiences.
There’s so much pasyon at this birthday party, it feels like a concert!
Ang daming pasyon sa birthday party na 'to, parang concert!
Extreme joy or excitement.
Wow, the gang's so pasyon about the game, it's like they're never getting tired!
Grabe, ang pasyon ng tropa sa laro, parang di sila napapagod!
An embarrassing situation or occurrence.
His embarrassment when he fell was so pasyon!
Yung pagkakahiya niya nung nahulog siya, ang pasyon!