Matikas (en. Sturdy)

ma-ti-kas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Strong and not easily broken or damaged.

The sturdy house stood even during strong storms.

Ang matikas na bahay ay nakatayo kahit sa malalakas na bagyo.

Capable of lasting or not easily affected.

Sturdy equipment is essential for a hiking trip.

Ang mga matikas na kagamitan ay mahalaga sa isang hiking trip.

Strong and stable in physical form or structure.

The sturdy tree became a shelter for the birds.

Ang matikas na puno ay naging kanlungan ng mga ibon.

sturdy person

A person with a strong body or character.

matikas na tao

durable

Meaning: Similar to sturdy, it refers to something that is strong and not easily broken.

matibay

stable

Meaning: Another word indicating strength or stability.

matatag

a cool or awesome person

Our friend is so matikas, he's always the star at parties.

Sobrang matikas ng tropa namin, lagi siyang bida sa mga party.

arrogant or boastful

That new guy seems matikas, but he doesn't have anything to show for it.

Yung bagong dating na iyon, parang matikas pero wala namang kayang ipakita.

stylish or fashionable

Wow, the jacket he’s wearing is matikas; the color is beautiful!

Grabe, matikas yung suot niyang jacket, ang ganda ng kulay!