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    Ipagpilitan (en. To insist)

    /ɪpagpɪlɪtan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb meaning to insist on something forcibly.
    He insisted on his opinion even though it was not accepted by everyone.
    Ipinagpilitan niya ang kanyang opinyon kahit na hindi ito tinanggap ng lahat.
    Forcing someone to do something even when there are obstacles.
    He should not be forced into his decision if he doesn't want to.
    Hindi siya dapat ipagpilitan sa kanyang desisyon kung ayaw niya.
    The act of insisting to achieve a goal.
    When he insisted on his rights, he achieved justice.
    Nang ipagpilitan niya ang kanyang karapatan, nakamit niya ang hustisya.

    Etymology

    from the word 'pilit' meaning 'to insist' or 'to force'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    insist on oneself
    To defend one's own viewpoint or interest.
    ipagpilitan ang sarili
    insist on something
    To insist on obtaining something even if others disagree.
    ipagpilitan ang isang bagay

    Related Words

    forced
    Meaning compulsory or not voluntary.
    pilit
    intervene
    Interfering in something or a conversation without permission.
    manghimasok

    Slang Meanings

    To strive or insist on something even if it's difficult.
    He insisted on his desired course even though his parents disagreed.
    Ipinagpilitan niya ang gusto niyang kurso kahit na ayaw ng magulang niya.
    To forcefully pursue or do something despite obstacles.
    Stand up for your rights; don't give up!
    Ipagpilitan mo ang iyong karapatan; huwag kang susuko!
    Fearlessly to continue with an idea or plan.
    Keep pushing your ideas in the team.
    Tuloy lang sa pag-ipagpilitan ng mga ideya mo sa team.