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    Pumana (en. To inherit)

    /puˈmana/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of leaving or passing an asset or characteristic from one person to another.
    His wealth was inherited by his children.
    Ang kanyang yaman ay pumana sa kanyang mga anak.
    The process of receiving things or characteristics that come from the past.
    As a heritage, culture has been inherited from ancestors to the present.
    Bilang isang pamana, ang kultura ay pumana mula sa mga ninuno hanggang sa kasalukuyan.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root word 'maná' which means 'to come out' or 'to be inherited'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to inherit property
    the process of transferring ownership from one person to another after their death.
    pumana ang ari-arian

    Related Words

    inheritance
    Things passed from one generation to another, can be material or immaterial.
    maná

    Slang Meanings

    take a short break
    Take a break first before continuing with work.
    Pumana ka muna bago magtuloy sa trabaho.
    hide or leave
    You might need to hide for a bit, some people are looking for you.
    Baka kailangan mong pumana muna, may mga tao kasing naghahanap sa'yo.
    stay away from problems
    Sometimes, you need to stay away from the mess.
    Minsan, kailangan mong pumana sa mga gulo.