Maghunusdili (en. To make a decision)

ma-ɡu-nuʃ-di-li

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to formally make a decision.
Leaders need to make a decision before proceeding.
Kailangang maghunusdili ang mga lider bago gumawa ng desisyon.
The act of reflecting carefully before deciding.
It is important to think carefully on matters that have significant impact.
Mahalaga ang maghunusdili sa mga bagay na may malaking epekto.
The process of forming a choice based on sufficient information.
We should deliberate and examine all information.
Dapat tayong maghunusdili at suriin ang lahat ng impormasyon.

Etymology

comes from the root words 'hunus' and 'dili'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to think properly
to think carefully before making a decision
maghunusdili ng mabuti

Related Words

decision-making
The process of making a decision.
pagpapasya
knowledge
Information or knowledge used in making a decision.
kabatiran

Slang Meanings

To speak the truth
There he goes again, Mark is being honest about what happened last night.
Ayan na, naghunusdili na naman si Mark tungkol sa nangyari kagabi.
To be genuine
I'm looking for someone who will be real with me.
Hinahanap ko ang tao na maghunusdili sa akin.
To express an opinion or feeling
Come on, be honest, what do you think about this situation?
Maghunusdili ka naman, anong palagay mo sa sitwasyong ito?