Tuwasan (en. Crossing)
/tuˈwasan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where one can cross or pass through.
The crossing is often used by people to get across the river.
Ang tuwasan ay madalas na ginagamit ng mga tao para makatawid sa kabila ng ilog.
A path or route used for crossing.
The crossing is important for people working across the road.
Mahalaga ang tuwasan sa mga tao na nagtatrabaho sa kabila ng kalsada.
Etymology
It originates from the root word 'tuwas' meaning 'to cross' or 'to pass through'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
people's crossing
A place often passed by people to cross.
tuwasan ng tao
Related Words
crossing
An action of crossing from one place to another.
tawid
crosswalk
A designated place for safe crossing.
tawiran
Slang Meanings
Hangout spot or place where friends gather.
Let's go to the hangout spot so we can enjoy our game.
Dito tayo sa tuwasan para masaya ang laro natin.
Togetherness or gathering that happens in a group.
There's always a gathering after class.
Laging may tuwasan pagkatapos ng klase.