Paunanan (en. Forewarning)
/pɑʊ.nɑ.nɑn/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A statement or signal that describes an upcoming occurrence.
The forewarning is essential to prepare everyone for the challenges to come.
Ang paunanan ay mahalaga upang maging handa ang lahat sa mga pagsubok na darating.
A type of warning or notice about possible dangers or opportunities.
We were given a forewarning about the approaching typhoon.
Binigyan kami ng paunanan tungkol sa bagyong paparating.
A signal of a scheduled event that should be prepared for.
The forewarning serves as a guide for the company's plans.
Ang paunanan ay nagsisilbing gabay sa mga plano ng kumpanya.
Etymology
Originating from the root 'pauna' meaning 'preparation' or 'beginning'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
forewarning for a typhoon
Warning about an approaching typhoon.
paunanan para sa bagyo
Related Words
forewarning
The act of announcing an event before it happens.
pauna
preparation
The process of organizing or acting before an event.
paghahanda
Slang Meanings
Feeling of regret or guilt.
I feel so guilty because I didn't help her when she needed me.
Sobrang paunanan kasi hindi ko siya tinulungan nung kailangan niya ako.
Conscience that rushes to express feelings.
My guilt kicked in as soon as I saw my friend feeling down.
Nagsimula na yung paunanan ko nang makita ko yung kaibigan kong nalungkot.