Pass in Tagalog

“Pass” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “pumasa” (to succeed/go through), “ipasa” (to hand over), or “dumaan” (to go by). The translation varies depending on context—whether referring to passing an exam, passing an object, passing by a location, or other meanings. Understanding these different uses will help you communicate more effectively in Tagalog.

Words: Pass

Definition:

• Pass /pæs/
• Verb 1: To move or cause to move in a specified direction.
• Verb 2: To go past or across; to leave behind.
• Verb 3: To be successful in (an examination, test, or course).
• Verb 4: To transfer something to someone.
• Noun 1: An act or instance of moving past or through something.
• Noun 2: A successful completion of an examination or course.
• Noun 3: A permit or ticket allowing passage or entry.

Synonyms: Pumasa, Ipasa, Dumaan, Lagpasan, Lampasan, Lusutan, Pahintulot

Examples:

• English: She studied hard and managed to pass all her final exams.
• Tagalog: Nag-aral siya nang husto at nagawang pumasa sa lahat ng kanyang panghuling pagsusulit.

• English: Please pass the salt to me when you get a chance.
• Tagalog: Paki-abot naman ang asin sa akin kapag may pagkakataon ka.

• English: We pass by that coffee shop every morning on our way to work.
• Tagalog: Dumadaan kami sa coffee shop na iyon tuwing umaga papunta sa trabaho.

• English: The security guard checked my pass before letting me enter the building.
• Tagalog: Sinuri ng guwardiya ang aking pahintulot bago ako papasukin sa gusali.

• English: Time seems to pass quickly when you’re having fun.
• Tagalog: Ang oras ay tila mabilis lumipas kapag ikaw ay nagsasaya.