Pagsumikapan (en. Strive)

/paɡ.su.mi.kə.pɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of striving or working hard to achieve a goal.
You need to strive for your dreams.
Kailangan mong pagsumikapan ang iyong mga pangarap.
The act of putting forth the best effort.
For him, nothing is too hard as long as you strive for it.
Sa kanya, walang masyadong mahirap basta't pagsumikapan ito.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'sumikap' which means to strive or make a great effort.

Common Phrases and Expressions

strive for success
putting in effort to achieve success.
pagsumikapan ang tagumpay

Related Words

striving
The act of striving or making efforts towards a goal.
pagsisikap

Slang Meanings

To strive or be very tired
Make sure to strive for your assignments, so you can get into honors.
Pagsumikapan mo 'yang mga assignment mo, para pasok ka sa honors.
Perseverance and diligence
You need to work hard for your dreams; it won't happen easily.
Kailangan mong pagsumikapan ang mga pangarap mo, hindi basta-basta lang.
Hard work
The effort you put into training will definitely pay off in the competition.
Ang pagsumikapan mo sa training ay tiyak na magbubunga sa competition.
Perseverance
You should strive for everything if you really want it.
Dapat na pagsumikapan ang lahat ng bagay kung talagang gusto mo.