From root: sigaw
Usage Note
Pasigaw is the pa- manner adverb formed on sigaw (shout), describing the mode in which an action is performed — loudly, at a shouting volume. It modifies verbs to specify that speech or communication is delivered at elevated volume, often implying anger or urgency, and contrasts with pabulong (in a whisper) and patahimik (quietly).
Examples
" Huwag kang magsalita nang pasigaw. "
Natural Translation
Don't speak in a shouting way.
Literal Translation
Don't you speak in-a-manner shouting.
" Huwag magsalita nang pasigaw. "
Natural Translation
Don't speak in a shouting manner.
Literal Translation
Don't speak in-a-manner shouting-manner.
" Kahit galit ka, hindi mo kailangang sabihin nang pasigaw ang iyong saloobin sa harap ng lahat. "
Natural Translation
Even if you're angry, you don't need to say what you feel by shouting in front of everyone.
Literal Translation
Even angry you, not you need say in-a-manner shouting the your feeling in front of all.
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