Asking 'What's up?'

'Pasa' can be a statement about someone else ('él pasa' - he passes) or a command you give to a friend ('tú pasa' - pass!). The context and tone of voice make the meaning clear.

Two Forms in One

'Pasa' comes from 'pasar,' a verb you'll see everywhere. It can mean 'to pass,' 'to happen,' 'to spend time,' or 'to enter,' depending on the situation.

The Super-Verb 'Pasar'

If someone knocks, you can simply say '¡Pasa!' or '¡Pase!' (more formal) to mean 'Come in!'

Answering the Door

Extremely common. 'Pasa' is a form of 'pasar', one of the most frequently used verbs in Spanish.

When talking about the fruit, 'pasa' is always a feminine word. So you'll say 'la pasa' for one or 'las pasas' for more than one.

Always Feminine

While 'pasa' alone almost always means 'raisin,' if you want to be clear about a prune (a dried plum), it's best to say the full phrase 'ciruela pasa'.

Raisins vs. Prunes

Common, especially in conversations about food, recipes, and baking.

Learn the complete meaning of 'pasa' in Spanish. Understand its two main uses as a verb ('it happens', 'pass!') from 'pasar' and as a noun ('raisin'). Includes full conjugations, examples, and common phrases.

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