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    Deretsos (en. Straight)

    de-re-tsos

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action indicating movement in a straight line.
    He ran straight towards the finish line.
    Deretsos ang takbo ng kanyang pagtakbo sa finish line.
    adjective
    Refers to a direction or position that is without curve or bend.
    Walk straight towards the school.
    Maglakad ka sa deretsos papunta sa paaralan.
    Not veering off or straying from the correct path.
    Make sure that your vehicle goes straight on the road.
    Tiyakin na deretsos ang iyong sinasakyan sa daan.

    Etymology

    The word 'deretsos' derives from the word 'derecho' meaning straight.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    straight path
    A direct route or way taken.
    deretsos na daan

    Related Words

    derecho
    A Spanish word with a similar meaning of straight.
    derecho

    Slang Meanings

    Straightforward or continuous
    I'm going straight home after work.
    Deretso na ako sa bahay pagkatapos ng trabaho.
    No beating around the bush
    He said straight up that he was angry.
    Deretso lang ang sinabi niya na galit siya.
    Direct or straight (no stops)
    It's a direct trip, no stopovers.
    Deretsos lang ang biyahe, walang stopover.