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    Pumuwersa (en. To force)

    /puːˈmuwɛrsa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of using force or power to achieve something.
    He forced his decision so that his mind would not change.
    Pumuwersa siya sa kanyang desisyon upang hindi magbago ang kanyang isipan.
    The act of moving something or someone against the will of others through force.
    The people forced the authorities to make a change.
    Pumuwersa ang mga tao sa mga awtoridad upang magkaroon ng pagbabago.
    Overcoming or triumphing over an obstacle or resistance.
    He needed to force himself past his fears to achieve his dreams.
    Kailangan niyang pumuwersa sa kanyang takot upang makamit ang kanyang mga pangarap.

    Etymology

    from the word 'puwersa' which means 'force' in English

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    force in a situation
    to take steps to control an undesirable condition.
    pumuwersa sa sitwasyon

    Related Words

    force
    The power to persuade or command others.
    puwersa
    coercion
    The act of compelling or urging someone to do something.
    pamimilit

    Slang Meanings

    forcefully entered a situation without permission
    He forced himself into his life, even though he wasn't welcome in the group.
    Pumuwersa siya sa kanyang buhay, kahit di siya welcome sa grupo.
    asserted himself even if he had no right
    That person who forced himself in acts like he doesn't care about the rules!
    Yung pumuwersa na yan, parang walang pakialam sa rules!
    sat in a place that wasn't meant for him
    Why did you force yourself into that seat? It's reserved!
    Bakit ka pumuwersa sa upuan? Naka-reserve yan!