Magtawiddagat (en. To cross the sea)

mak-ta-wi-da-gat

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb that means to cross or pass over the sea.
Fishermen need to cross the sea to reach the fishing ground.
Kailangang magtawiddagat ng mga mangingisda upang makarating sa pook na pating.
Used in the context of traveling by sea.
The family decided to cross the sea to experience an adventure on another island.
Nagpasiya ang pamilya na magtawiddagat upang maranasan ang adventure sa ibang pulo.
A method of travel that comes with risks and challenges.
It takes a long time to cross the sea during a storm.
Matagal na magtawiddagat ang mga tao sa panahon ng bagyo.

Etymology

from the words 'cross' and 'sea'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Crossing the sea in hardship
The transition from one place to another filled with challenges.
Magtawiddagat sa hirap

Related Words

cross
Expresses the action of passing from one side to another.
tawid
sea
A vast body of water that is not fully explored and is often found on Earth.
dagat

Slang Meanings

To travel to another place, often for relaxation or pleasure.
We will leave at one o'clock later, we're going to the beach in Batangas!
Mag-aala una na kami mamaya, magtawiddagat kami sa Batangas!
To get into a state of being chill or relaxed.
I'm in the mood, so let's just chill at the park later.
Nasa mood ako, kaya magtawiddagat tayo sa park mamaya.