Pumithaya (en. Aim)

pu-mi-tha-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of identifying a goal or intention.
He aimed for a bright future for his family.
Pumithaya siya ng magandang hinaharap para sa kanyang pamilya.
Choosing a specific thing to achieve.
You should aim for the right decisions in life.
Dapat pumithaya ka ng mga tamang desisyon sa buhay.
Providing direction or focus to efforts.
Let’s aim for high marks in the exam.
Pumithaya tayo ng mataas na marka sa pagsusulit.

Etymology

from the root 'mithi' and 'pumithaya' as a verb.

Common Phrases and Expressions

aim high
to have a goal that is of a high level.
pumithaya ng mataas
aim for dreams
to have a goal related to dreams.
pumithaya ng mga pangarap

Related Words

aim
A goal that one wishes to achieve.
mithi
intention
A desire or aim to achieve.
hangarin

Slang Meanings

To confront or engage with a person or situation.
Just confront if you really don't want to talk to him.
Pumithaya ka lang kung ayaw mo talagang makipag-usap sa kanya.
To investigate or look into something.
Look into the rumors before you decide.
Pumithaya ka sa mga chismis bago ka magdesisyon.
To search for an answer or solution.
Face your problem and don't run away from it.
Pumithaya ka sa problema mo at huwag itong takasan.