Nakatayo (en. Standing)

na-ka-ta-yo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The position of the body being upright.
He is standing at the corner of the street.
Siya ay nakatayo sa kanto ng kalye.
The act of rising from a sitting or lying position.
He stood up after sitting for an hour.
Nakatayo siya pagkatapos umupo sa loob ng isang oras.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hair standing on end
the hair stands up as a reaction to fear or surprise
nakatayo ang balahibo

Related Words

stand
the term that describes the position of standing.
tayo

Slang Meanings

standing/standing up
I'm just standing here in front of the store.
Nakatayo lang ako dito sa harap ng tindahan.
cheering up/excited
Because of the news, everyone stood up on their seats.
Dahil sa mga balita, nakatayo lahat ng tao sa mga upuan.
still going/keeping it upright
The business is still standing despite many challenges.
Nakatayo pa rin ang negosyo kahit maraming pagsubok.