Salabas (en. Bypass)

/saˈlabas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A method of avoiding or a detour.
The bypass is used to avoid traffic on the highway.
Ginagamit ang salabas para maiwasan ang traffic sa highway.
A route or path used instead of the main road.
A new bypass has been built to expedite travel.
May bagong salabas na itinayo upang mas mapabilis ang biyahe.
An explanation used in situations or old systems.
The bypass helps to avoid inconveniences.
Ang salabas ay nakatutulong upang makaiwas sa mga abala.

Etymology

From the word 'salaba' meaning 'great movement' or 'to overtake'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bypass for traffic
A road or route used to avoid heavy vehicle flow.
salabas sa trapiko

Related Words

salaba
The main terminology used to express the action of turning or passing.
salaba

Slang Meanings

What's up, bro?
What's up, bro? Let's have coffee.
Salabas na, kape tayo?
Let's go, come with me!
Let's go, let's head to the mall!
Salabas na, tara na sa mall!
One hundred percent!
The vibe of this party is awesome, it's so much fun!
Salabas ang vibe ng party na 'to, ang saya!