Pagtindig (en. Standing)

pag-tin-dig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of rising from a seated position.
The standing of the group shows their determination.
Ang pagtindig ng grupo ay nagpapakita ng kanilang determinasyon.
The state of being upright in a place or position.
His standing is in front of the stage.
Ang kanyang pagtindig ay nasa harapan ng entablado.
A type of action often suggesting strength or courage.
Their standing against corruption is an inspiration to many.
Ang kanilang pagtindig laban sa katiwalian ay inspirasyon para sa marami.

Etymology

from the root word 'tindig'

Common Phrases and Expressions

standing up for rights
The act of standing to fight for rights.
pagtindig para sa karapatan

Related Words

stand
The root word from which 'pagtindig' is derived.
tindig
standing up
A term similar to 'pagtindig' but with a different context.
pagtayo

Slang Meanings

pushing forward or stepping up to a challenge
Come on, let's stand up to this fight!
Sige na, pagtindig na tayo sa laban na ito!
we should stand out with our opinions!
We should stand up for our opinions!
Dapat tayong pagtindig sa ating mga opinyon!
challenging oneself
I need to stand up to my fears.
Kailangan kong pagtindig sa aking mga takot.