Tiwas (en. Escape)

/ti.was/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An act of coming out from captivity or danger.
His escape from prison caught the attention of many.
Ang kanyang tiwas mula sa kulungan ay pumukaw sa atensyon ng marami.
Creating an opportunity to get away from a condition or situation.
Maria found an escape from her abusive relationship.
Nahanap ni Maria ang tiwas mula sa kanyang malupit na relasyon.
verb
The action of heading in a direction that is unrestrained.
The dog escaped from its leash and ran to the park.
Ang aso ay nagtiwas mula sa kanyang pagkakatali at tumakbo sa parke.

Common Phrases and Expressions

escape from hardship
Getting away from a difficult situation.
tiwas mula sa kagipitan

Related Words

success
The escape that leads to success in transitioning to a better condition.
tagumpay
revolutionary success
The escape that results in a change of the state of society.
komunistang tagumpay

Slang Meanings

Feeling lazy
I'm feeling super lazy to do my homework.
Tiwas na tiwas na akong gumawa ng homework ko.
Not feeling like doing anything
It's so hot, so I'm just chilling at home.
Ang init, kaya tiwas na tiwas lang ako sa bahay.
Feeling light or carefree
I'm feeling so light, like there's no stress at all.
Tiwas na tiwas lang ako, parang walang ka-stress-stress.