Puwede (en. Can)

pwɛdɛ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A word used to express ability or permission.
I can go with you to the mall.
Puwede akong sumama sa iyo sa mall.
Refers to the possibility of an action or event.
It might also rain tomorrow.
Puwede ring umulan bukas.

Etymology

Spanish word 'puede' meaning 'can' or 'may'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

can we?
It is used to ask for permission or to inquire if something can happen.
puwede ba?
can leave now
Refers to the time or circumstance when one is allowed to leave.
puwede nang umalis

Related Words

able
A word that expresses ability or possibility.
kaya
may
A word used to express the possibility of an event.
maaaring

Slang Meanings

it's okay
Sure, as long as there's no problem.
Puwede, basta walang problema.
let's go
Can we leave already?
Puwede na bang umalis?
let's do it
Sure! Let's go for it!
Puwede! Go lang tayo!
yeah, why not?
That's fine, right?
Puwede na yun, diba?