asar
asár with stress marks
annoyance
Usage Note
Asar is a common colloquial term used to describe feelings of irritation or the act of teasing someone to the point of frustration. It is frequently used in casual conversations to express being 'fed up' with a person or situation.
Examples
" Asar ako sa kanya. "
Natural Translation
I'm annoyed at him.
Literal Translation
Annoyed I at him.
" Kita ang kaniyang asar. "
Natural Translation
His/Her annoyance is visible.
Literal Translation
Visible the his/her annoyance.
" Lalong nag-asar ang mga bata sa kanya kaya umiyak siya at umuwi nang maaga. "
Natural Translation
The kids teased him even more, so he cried and went home early.
Literal Translation
More teased the children at him so cried he and went-home early.
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