Pagtuntong (en. To step up)
/pagtuntóng/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of entering or going into a new environment.
Stepping into the university is an important step in her career.
Ang pagtuntong sa unibersidad ay isang mahalagang hakbang sa kanyang karera.
The process of ascending to a higher place or state.
Stepping onto the stage brings anxiety to the performers.
Ang pagtuntong sa entablado ay nagdudulot ng kaba sa mga artista.
Etymology
From the root word 'tuntong' meaning 'to step' or 'to enter'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
stepping into the future
Taking steps towards the next stages of life.
pagtuntong sa hinaharap
Related Words
step
A root word that refers to emphasizing the process of rising or entering.
tuntong
Slang Meanings
rising or stepping into a new stage of life
You just need to be strong in switching jobs; that's also a step into a new beginning.
Kailangan mo lang magpakatatag sa paglilipat ng trabaho, pagtuntong na rin yan sa bagong simula.
taking a step or embarking on a new experience
When you step into college, that's a whole new level of responsibility.
Sa pagtuntong mo sa kolehiyo, ibang level na yan ng responsibilidad.