Path in Tagalog

“Past” in Tagalog is “Nakaraan” – referring to time that has already happened or things that occurred before the present. This word is essential for expressing memories, history, and previous events in Tagalog. Discover the complete meaning, related terms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Past

[Definition]

• Past /pæst/
• Noun 1: The period of time that has already happened; previous events or history.
• Adjective 1: Gone by in time; no longer existing or happening.
• Preposition 1: Beyond in position or time.
• Adverb 1: So as to pass by or go beyond.

[Synonyms] = Nakaraan, Noon, Dati, Lumipas, Nakalipas

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: We should learn from the past and not repeat the same mistakes.
• Ex1_PH: Dapat tayong matuto mula sa nakaraan at huwag ulitin ang parehong mga pagkakamali.
• Ex2_EN: In the past, people used to write letters instead of sending text messages.
• Ex2_PH: Noong nakaraan, ang mga tao ay sumusulat ng mga liham sa halip na magpadala ng text messages.
• Ex3_EN: The train already went past our station, so we missed it.
• Ex3_PH: Ang tren ay lumipas na sa ating istasyon, kaya hindi natin ito naabutan.
• Ex4_EN: She walked past the store without noticing the sale.
• Ex4_PH: Siya ay naglakad na lampas sa tindahan nang hindi napapansin ang sale.
• Ex5_EN: It’s already half past seven, we need to hurry or we’ll be late.
• Ex5_PH: Kalahati na lampas ng pitong oras na, kailangan nating magmadali o mahuhuli tayo.