Iwasan
Iwasan is a Tagalog verb meaning to avoid, refrain from, or prevent. It is used when directing someone to steer clear of an action, situation, or person, and often appears with the direct object marked by ang or with pronouns such as mo, natin, or niya to indicate the actor or recipient of the instruction. Common constructions include imperative phrases like “Iwasan mo ang …” and declarative statements such as “Dapat iwasan ang sobrang pag-inom.”
Grammatically, iwasan is formed from the root iwas, with the suffix -an to create the infinitive form.
Usage notes include its suitability for formal and informal contexts, safety advisories, and instructional speech. While