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    Magtaklema (en. To take a stand)

    mag-ta-kle-ma

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of giving or receiving a viewpoint or opinion regarding an issue.
    We need to take a stand on the issue of climate change.
    Kailangan natin magtaklema sa isyu ng climate change.
    The action of discussing opinions in a way that expresses one's position.
    We should take a stand about our rights.
    Dapat tayong magtaklema tungkol sa ating mga karapatan.
    The act of supporting or opposing an idea or belief publicly.
    We have an obligation to take a stand against misinformation.
    Mayroon tayong obligasyon na magtaklema laban sa maling impormasyon.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    take a stand for the truth
    Gather strength to uphold justice.
    magtaklema sa katotohanan
    take a stand for the right approach
    Talk properly to achieve the goal.
    magtaklema sa tamang diskarte

    Related Words

    stand
    The position expressed or fundamental stance.
    tindig
    standing up
    The act of standing up to express a position.
    pagtindig

    Slang Meanings

    to raise one's voice
    He got so loud, everyone heard it.
    Nagtaklema siya ng sobra, narinig ng lahat.
    to get angry
    When he got mad, I just left.
    Kapag nagtaklema siya, umalis na lang ako.
    to pick a fight or bully
    Don't pick a fight with him, he's just nice.
    Huwag kang magtaklema sa kanya, mabait lang yan.