Manindig (en. To stand firm)

ma-ni-dig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of standing or holding firm on a principle or viewpoint.
We need to stand firm for our rights.
Kailangan nating manindig para sa ating mga karapatan.
Showing resilience in the face of challenges.
In the face of challenges, he decided to stand firm.
Sa harap ng mga hamon, siya'y nagpasiyang manindig.
Focusing on a goal or aspiration.
Stand firm in his dreams.
Mahigpit na manindig sa kanyang mga pangarap.

Etymology

from the root word 'tindig' meaning 'to stand' or 'to sit with integrity.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

stand for what is right
Stand for the right thing or moral principle.
manindig para sa tama
stand your ground
Maintain your opinion or stance.
manindig sa inyong posisyon

Related Words

stand
The act of standing that can refer to physical standing or symbolic standing for a stance.
tindig
stand firm
The act of upholding a stance or viewpoint.
manindigan

Slang Meanings

Stand up or fight for a belief.
We should stand up for our rights!
Dapat tayong manindig para sa ating mga karapatan!
Be firm in a decision or opinion.
He showed that he could stand firm even when many criticized him.
Ipinakita niya na kaya niyang manindig kahit na maraming tumutuligsa sa kanya.
Not back down from a fight or challenge.
In every challenge, stand up and fight for what you want.
Sa lahat ng pagsubok, manindig ka at ipaglaban ang iyong gusto.