inaasahan
The English phrase 'expectations' is translated into Tagalog as inaasahan.
The term refers to strong beliefs about something that is likely to happen or how someone should behave.
Which one should you use?
Pag-aasahan serves as a more direct and formal translation for the concept of 'expectation'.
Did you know?
- The word asa is also used in the slang expression asa ka pa, which translates to 'keep dreaming' or 'don't hold your breath'.
- In Filipino culture, the concept of hiya (shame or propriety) often dictates that expectations are communicated indirectly. Asking someone to meet an expectation explicitly can sometimes be seen as too aggressive.
- The root word asa in inaasahan is the same word used for 'hope', meaning that in Tagalog, your expectations are fundamentally tied to your hopes.
Examples in context
- Umaasa ako na magiging maayos ang pagsasama natin bilang isang koponanI expect that our teamwork will be excellent
- Nag-e-expect ako na dadalawin mo ako sa aking kaarawanI'm expecting you to visit me on my birthday
- Asahan mo na susuportahan kita sa anumang desisyon mo.Expect that I will support you in any decision you make.
- Inaasahan ko ang iyong suporta.I am expecting your support.
- Oo, nag-e-expect din ako na sa iyong tulong ay mas madali kong matutunan ito.Yes, I also expect that with your help, I can learn it more easily.
- Mataas ang inaasahan ko sa iyo.My expectations for you are high.
- Hindi ko inaasahan ang nangyari.I did not expect what happened.
- Ano ang inaasahan mong resulta?What result are you expecting?
Example conversation
Juan and Jasmine are discussing a new work project.
- JuanAno ang inaasahan mo sa proyektong ito?What are your expectations for this project?
- JasmineSana ay matapos natin ito nang mabilis.I hope we can finish this quickly.
- JuanMasyado sigurong mataas ang inaasahan mo.I think your expectations are too high.
- JasmineGagawin ko lang ang lahat ng makakaya ko.I will just do everything I can.
