Magtiyakan (en. To make certain)

/maɡ.tiˈja.kən/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb meaning to make sure of something.

We should ensure that all details are in order before the meeting.

Dapat tayong magtiyakan na lahat ng detalyado ay ayos bago ang pagpupulong.

A verb that describes having certainty in an outcome.

We need to make sure we get a good mark on the exam.

Kailangan nating magtiyakan na makakakuha tayo ng magandang markah sa pagsusulit.

A verb that requires action to ensure a condition.

Make sure of your plan for the project for a smoother flow.

Magtiyakan ka ng iyong plano para sa proyekto para sa mas maayos na daloy.

Tagalog, from the word 'tiyak' meaning 'certain' or 'to be certain'.

Let's make sure of our decision.

We should be certain of our decision.

Magtiyakan tayo sa ating desisyon.

It's important to be certain.

It's important that we are sure about things.

Mahalaga ang magtiyakan.

certain

This is an adjective that describes certainty or assurance.

tiyak

sure

This means having certainty or without doubt.

sigurado

to be honest or to be sincere

Let's stop beating around the bush, just tell me what you really want.

Wag na tayong magtiyakan, sabihin mo na kung anong gusto mo.

to be true to oneself

You need to be honest with yourself about what you want to do in life.

Kailangan mong magtiyakan sa sarili mo kung anong gusto mong gawin sa buhay.

to be straightforward in friendship

We should be honest with each other as friends, so there's nothing hidden.

Dapat magtiyakan tayo bilang mga kaibigan, para walang itinatago.