Magtindig (en. To stand)
magtindig
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the act of standing or rising to a position.
Stand in front of the class for your presentation.
Magtindig ka sa harap ng klase para sa iyong presentasyon.
To provide support or to erect a structure.
We need to build a new house in this area.
Kailangan natin magtindig ng bagong bahay sa lugar na ito.
To stand as a symbol or figurehead of a situation.
He will set the standards in our community.
Siya ang magtindig ng mga pamantayan sa ating komunidad.
Etymology
Root word: tindig (stand)
Common Phrases and Expressions
to establish a business
Start or set up a business.
magtindig ng negosyo
Related Words
stand
The position of the body upright on the legs.
tindig
Slang Meanings
to sell or to set up a stall
Maria said, just set up a stall in the corner, you'll definitely make money there.
Sabi ni Maria, magtindig ka na lang sa kanto, doon ka sigurado kikita.
to set up a business
I want to set up a small eatery in the town.
Gusto kong magtindig ng maliit na karinderya sa bayan.
to organize or start an activity
We need to set up an event for our community.
Kailangan nating magtindig ng isang event para sa ating community.