Bumagtas (en. To stride)

/buˈmaɡtas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that expresses movement or transfer from one place to another.
He strode down the road as part of his walk.
Bumagtas siya sa kalsada bilang bahagi ng kanyang paglalakad.
Emphasizing a quick or steady walk.
The soldiers strode past the crowd.
Bumagtas ang mga sundalo sa harap ng mga tao.
Executing steps confidently and forcefully.
He strode across the stage filled with confidence.
Bumagtas siya sa entablado na puno ng kumpiyansa.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

Striding through a difficult path
Going through a difficult situation but continuing to persevere.
Bumagtas ng mahirap na daan

Related Words

stride
The act of taking steps in a specific direction.
bagtas

Slang Meanings

To take a vehicle or a mode of public transportation.
Let's just take a ride to get there faster.
Bumagtas na lang tayo para mas mabilis.
To travel or to pass through a place.
We passed through the town while heading to the province.
Bumagtas kami sa bayan habang papunta sa probinsya.