Duwo (en. Gusto)

/duˈwo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

a state or condition of having a desire or want.

The duwo of people for a better life should be valued.

Ang duwo ng mga tao para sa mas magandang buhay ay dapat pahalagahan.

a desire to obtain something.

His duwo for success motivated him to study hard.

Ang duwo niya sa tagumpay ay nag-udyok sa kanya na mag-aral nang mabuti.

has desire

has significant wish or aspiration.

may duwo

longing

another term referring to deep desire or craving.

pagnanasa

coward or afraid of challenges

You're such a coward, can't you face your boss?

Parang duwo ka naman, hindi mo kayang harapin 'yung boss mo?

extremely scared

He's so scared of dark places, he just won't go in.

Ang duwo niya sa madilim na lugar, ayaw talagang pumasok.

lacking self-confidence

Why are you like that, you're so lacking in confidence, can’t you show your talent?

Bakit ganon, ang duwo duwo mo, hindi mo kayang ipakita iyong talento?