Sumupang (en. To strive)

su-mu-pang

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that means to do something with a purpose or reason.
We need to strive to achieve our dreams.
Kailangan nating sumupang makamit ang ating mga pangarap.
The action of making an effort to reach something.
Striving is important for success.
Ang sumupang ay mahalaga sa tagumpay.
To overcome obstacles in reaching a goal.
A good example of striving is students who work hard in their studies.
Isang magandang halimbawa ng sumupang ay ang mga estudyanteng nagpapakahirap sa kanilang pag-aaral.

Etymology

It comes from the word 'upang' which means 'for' or 'to achieve'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

strive for the future
striving for the future
sumupang para sa futuro

Related Words

effort
The process of making an effort to achieve a goal.
pagsusumikap
success
The state of achieving or attaining a goal.
tagumpay

Slang Meanings

To encourage
Come on, let's dive into the conversation, this is going to be fun!
Sige, sumulong na tayo sa usapan, masaya 'to!
To joke around or have fun
Come on, start joking so we can have some fun!
Sige na, sumupang ka na para masaya tayo!
To join or mingle
As long as you mingle, it's fine whatever we do!
Basta sumupang ka, ayos lang kahit anong gawin!