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    Idistino (en. To hinder)

    /id-is-tin-o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of stopping or hindering a process.
    His decision will hinder the project.
    Ang kanyang desisyon ay idistino ang proyekto.
    Stopping something to prevent its progress.
    The obstacles hindered their progress.
    Ang mga hadlang ay idistino ang kanilang pag-unlad.
    Removing the opportunity for something to happen.
    Sometimes, a quiet conversation can prevent misunderstandings.
    Minsan, ang tahimik na pag-uusap ay idistino ang hindi pagkakaintindihan.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'distra' meaning 'to prevent' or 'interfere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hinder the flow
    Stop the natural progression of events.
    idistino ang daloy

    Related Words

    obstacle
    Anything that obstructs a process or action.
    hadlang
    prevent
    An action or act that stops the progress of something.
    pigilan

    Slang Meanings

    Doesn't care or chill
    It's okay even if he's gone, I'll just go with the flow.
    Ayos lang kahit wala na siya, idistino na lang ako.
    Take it easy or slow down
    Just go with the flow, you don't need to rush.
    Idistino mo na lang, hindi mo kailangan magmadali.
    Just relax or no stress
    Just go with the flow in your life, don't be too stressed.
    Idistino mo ang buhay mo, huwag kang masyadong stressed.