Ambisyon (en. Ambition)

/am.biˈs.jon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A lofty goal or aspiration that one wishes to achieve.
His ambition is to become a doctor someday.
Ang kanyang ambisyon ay maging isang doktor balang araw.
Description of a strong desire to achieve success.
The group's ambition is to be recognized in their field.
Ang ambisyon ng grupo ay makilala sa kanilang larangan.
Having high expectations for oneself.
Every student needs ambition to graduate.
Kailangan ng bawat mag-aaral ang ambisyon upang makapagtapos.

Etymology

Ang salitang 'ambisyon' ay nagmula sa salitang Latin na 'ambitio' na nangangahulugang pagsusumikap o hangarin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

good ambition
A positive goal or aspiration that improves oneself and others.
mabuting ambisyon
lofty ambition
A high and difficult goal that one wishes to achieve.
matayog na ambisyon

Related Words

success
Achieving this goal often leads to success.
tagumpay
dream
Many ambitions start as a dream.
pangarap

Slang Meanings

dream or aspiration in life
We should strive for our ambitions in life.
Dapat tayong magsikap para sa ating ambisyon sa buhay.
intense desire to achieve something
His ambition decreased when he didn't pass the exam.
Bumaba ang kanyang ambisyon nang hindi siya nakapasa sa exam.
interest or passion to reach a high level
He has the ambition to become a famous actor someday.
May ambisyon siyang maging sikat na artista balang araw.
eagerness for success
His ambition in business is truly impressive.
Ang ambisyon niya sa negosyo ay talagang kamangha-mangha.