Matuwid (en. Straight)

/ma.tu.wid/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means direct or without bend.
This road is straight and easy to travel.
Ang kalsadang ito ay matuwid at madaling tahakin.
Means honest and possessing integrity.
He is an upright person who never lies.
Siya ay isang matuwid na tao na hindi kailanman nagsisinungaling.
Appropriate or correct decision or action.
We should make the right decision in this situation.
Dapat tayong gumawa ng matuwid na desisyon sa sitwasyong ito.

Etymology

From the root word 'tuwid' with the prefix 'ma-' indicating a characteristic

Common Phrases and Expressions

Straight path
A right path in life or decision.
Matuwid na daan
Straight character
Having good behavior or conduct.
Matuwid ang ugali

Related Words

joy
Happiness or pleasure.
tuwa
straight
Meaning direct or without bend.
tuwid

Slang Meanings

just right
When you say 'matuwid', it's like saying that everything is just right.
Kapag sinabing 'matuwid', parang sinasabi mo na 'tamang-tama' lang ang lahat.
straight
I want the straight path, no detours.
Gusto ko yung daang matuwid, walang baluktot.
no BS
A straightforward conversation, no beating around the bush.
Matuwid na usapan, walang paliguy-ligoy.