Magtungkod (en. To stand)
/maɡˈtuŋ.kod/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform an action of standing up from a lying or seated position.
He stood up from his seat after a long meeting.
Siya ay nagtungkod mula sa kanyang upuan pagkatapos ng mahabang pagpupulong.
Maintaining an upright position.
He should stand properly to avoid falling.
Dapat siyang magtungkod ng maayos upang hindi siya madapa.
To engage in an activity or to meet at a particular place.
He went to the park to stand with his friends.
Nagpunta siya sa parke upang magtungkod kasama ang kanyang mga kaibigan.
Common Phrases and Expressions
stand well
stand properly
magtungkod ng mabuti
stand for success
to represent success
magtungkod sa tagumpay
Related Words
cane
An object commonly used for support in standing or walking.
tungkod
example
One example is the action of creating a seeming stable position.
halimbawa
Slang Meanings
to wait
Just hang tight in front, it's almost here!
Mag-tungkod ka lang sa harap, malapit na 'yan!
to strive hard
Put in the effort in these tasks for your future.
Mag-tungkod ka sa mga gawaing ito para sa kinabukasan mo.
to stand
Stand at the back of the line, you can't sit yet.
Mag-tungkod ka sa likod ng linya, 'di ka pa pwedeng umupo.