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    Magtimpi (en. To restrain oneself)

    /maɡˈtimpi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action or process of exercising self-restraint or waiting.
    You need to restrain yourself in frustrating situations.
    Kailangan mong magtimpi sa mga sitwasyong nakakainis.
    The acceptance and tolerance of undesirable situations.
    He showed self-restraint by not responding to the insults.
    Nagpakita siya ng magtimpi nang hindi siya sumagot sa mga pang-aaway.
    The act of demonstrating self-discipline.
    Despite the anger, he restrained himself and chose to stay silent.
    Sa kabila ng galit, nagtimpi siya at piniling manahimik.

    Etymology

    The word 'magtimpi' comes from the root word 'timpi' which means self-restraint.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    exercise patience and restraint
    Show patience and self-restraint in situations.
    magtimpi at maghintay

    Related Words

    restraint
    Avoidance of excessive emotion or reaction.
    timpi

    Slang Meanings

    to endure and wait
    No matter how hard it is, I need to be patient with my situation.
    Kahit gaano kahirap, kailangan magtimpi ako sa sitwasyon ko.
    to humble oneself
    Even though I was angry, I still practiced patience for peace.
    Kahit na galit na ako, nagtimpi pa rin ako para sa kapayapaan.
    don't hold a grudge
    Just be patient, you don't want to resent him.
    Basta magtimpi ka na lang, ayaw mo namang magtampo sa kanya.