Tibaw (en. Strong)

ti-baw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Strong or firm by nature.
This child has the strength to overcome all challenges.
Ang batang ito ay may tibaw na makakayanan ang lahat ng pagsubok.
Not easily toppled or destroyed.
Their house is made of strong materials.
Ang tahanan nila ay ginawa sa tibaw na mga materyales.
Has exceptional inner strength or determination.
One needs strength in heart to succeed.
Kailangan ng tibaw sa loob upang magtagumpay.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'tibaw' which means strong or firm.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inner strength
Confidence and courage in facing challenges.
tibaw ng loob
strong against all challenges
Able to overcome any test or challenge.
tibaw sa lahat ng pagsubok

Related Words

strength
A type of quality that demonstrates strength or stability.
tibay
resilience
A general trait of being strong psychologically or physically.
katatagan

Slang Meanings

Always working hard or diligently
Marco is really tibaw in his studies; he even studies on weekends.
Tibaw talaga si Marco sa kanyang studies, kahit weekend nag-aaral pa rin siya.
Tough or durable, especially in the face of difficulties
No matter the challenges, we're still tibaw; we won't give up.
Kahit anong pagsubok, tibaw pa rin kami; hindi kami susuko.