Patanaw (en. Perspective)

pa-ta-naw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The way of looking at or understanding a situation or event.
The perspective of each person is important in the issue of politics.
Mahalaga ang patanaw ng bawat tao sa isyu ng politika.
The diversity of views among people.
The perspective of young people on technology is different from that of the elders.
Ang patanaw ng mga kabataan sa teknolohiya ay iba sa mga nakatatanda.
The distance or brightness of an object seen from a particular angle.
The perspective of the mountain from the plateau is very beautiful.
Ang patanaw ng bundok mula sa talampas ay napakaganda.

Etymology

originating from the root word 'tanaw'

Common Phrases and Expressions

in another perspective
in another way of looking
sa ibang patanaw
perspective on the future
hope for the future
patanaw sa kinabukasan

Related Words

viewpoint
The overall view or expression pertaining to an opinion or consideration on an issue.
pananaw
sight
To see or notice something from a distance.
tanaw

Slang Meanings

The right time or opportunity
He's here, so there, let's take the chance!
Nandiyan na siya, kaya ayon, patanaw na tayo!
Having hope or outlook
I still have hope that I'll pass the exam.
May patanaw pa ako na makakapasa sa exam.
Responding to a call or invitation
If you want, I can call you to take the chance.
Kung gusto mo, pwede kitang tawagan para mag-patanaw.