Usage Note
Tamasa conveys a deep, wholehearted enjoyment or savoring of something — richer than the casual 'gusto'. It is often used in poetic or formal speech to describe enjoying nature, music, a meal, or a moment of peace. The derived form 'pagtamasa' is common in literary writing.
Examples
" Tamasa natin ang sariwang hangin. "
Natural Translation
Let's enjoy the fresh air.
Literal Translation
Enjoy we the fresh air.
" Gusto kong tamasa ang buhay probinsya. "
Natural Translation
I want to enjoy provincial life.
Literal Translation
Want I-to enjoy the life province.
" Pagkatapos ng mahabang taon ng pagtatrabaho sa lungsod, nais niyang tamasa ang katahimikan ng kanyang bayan. "
Natural Translation
After long years of working in the city, he wants to savor the quiet of his hometown.
Literal Translation
After of long years of working in city, want he-to enjoy the quiet of his town.
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