Patalastas (en. Announcement)
/pataˈlastas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A written or displayed notice that gives information or invitations.
There is a notice on the wall about the upcoming event.
May patalastas sa dingding tungkol sa nalalapit na kaganapan.
Typically used in formal communications such as in business or public announcements.
Their announcement contained details about their services.
Ang kanilang patalastas ay naglalaman ng mga detalye tungkol sa kanilang serbisyo.
An announcement or information communicated to the public or a specific group.
The announcement for the new product was released by the company yesterday.
Ang patalastas ng bagong produkto ay inilabas ng kumpanya kahapon.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'tala' meaning record or list, and the word 'pahayag' referring to giving information.
Common Phrases and Expressions
job announcement
A statement containing details about an open job position.
patalastas ng trabaho
radio announcement
An announcement made through radio.
patalastas sa radyo
Related Words
notice
A statement that provides information or warning.
paunawa
event
An occurrence or activity that may be announced through notices.
kaganapan
Slang Meanings
Ads or advertisement, often used informally.
There are so many ads on TV right now, it's getting annoying!
Ang daming patalastas sa TV ngayon, nakakabuisit na!
Promo or promotion, especially during sales.
They have a promo that's buy one take one, let's go!
May patalastas sila na buy one take one, tara na!
Announcement or bulletin, often in the context of updates.
Oh no, there's an announcement at school tomorrow, bring your stuff!
Naku, may patalastas daw sa school bukas, magdala kayo ng mga bagay!