Pagsikapan (en. To strive)

/pɑgˈsikɑpɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An act of striving to achieve a goal.

She needs to strive in her studies to pass the exam.

Kailangan ng pagsikapan ang kanyang pag-aaral upang makapasa sa pagsusulit.

Taking steps to improve oneself or the situation.

We should strive for our health through proper nutrition.

Dapat nating pagsikapan ang ating kalusugan sa pamamagitan ng tamang pagkain.

To exert effort with determination and perseverance.

In spite of the challenges, she did not falter in striving for her dreams.

Sa kabila ng mga hamon, hindi siya nagpatinag sa pagsikapan ng kanyang mga pangarap.

strive for dreams

Work hard for goals or aspirations in life.

pagsikapan ang mga pangarap

never stop striving

Continue to strive and do not give up.

huwag tumigil sa pagsikap

effort

The act of working diligently or striving for greater success.

sikap

goal

Another term associated with focus on a goal and striving.

kanan

when the time comes

Just put effort into what you want to happen, it will come.

Pagsikapan mo lang ang gusto mong mangyari, darating din yan.

diligence and perseverance

You really need to put effort into your studies to achieve your dreams.

Kailangan mo talagang pagsikapan ang pag-aaral mo para makuha ang pangarap mo.

just keep going

Don't give up, just put in the effort, keep going!

Huwag kang susuko, pagsikapan mo lang, tuloy lang!