Magduda (en. Doubter)

/maɡˈdu.da/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of expressing doubt or mistrust.
He tends to doubt the information given by others.
Siya ay magduda tungkol sa mga sinabing impormasyon ng ibang tao.
Having uncertainty about something or a situation.
He doubted his own ability to pass the exam.
Magduda siya sa kanyang sariling kakayahan na makapasa sa pagsusulit.
The act of verifying or seeking evidence that requires deeper examination.
We need to doubt and find out the truth behind the news.
Kailangan nating magduda at alamin ang katotohanan sa likod ng balita.

Etymology

The word 'magduda' comes from the root 'duda' which means 'doubt'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

doubt in oneself
Having doubt in one's own abilities.
magduda sa sarili
doubt in others
Maintaining doubt or mistrust in other people.
magduda sa iba

Related Words

doubt
The state of being unsure or uncertain.
duda
belief
The acceptance of something as true.
paniniwala

Slang Meanings

Will be on the way or working on the street
I need to start magduda because I have already received many complaints on the street.
Kailangan ko nang magduda kasi madami na akong natanggap na reklamo sa kalsada.
Moving for delicious street food
It looks like they’re going to magduda at the new food truck here in town, it’s delicious!
Parang magduda sila sa bagong food truck dito sa bayan, ang sarap!