Tumagal (en. Last)
/tuˈmaɡal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that expresses the duration or length of time of something.
Their conversation lasted more than an hour.
Tumagal ang kanilang pag-uusap ng higit sa isang oras.
Having an effect or significance over a long period.
Their relationship lasted for ten years.
Tumagal ang kanilang relasyon sa loob ng sampung taon.
The continuation of a situation without change.
This challenge lasted for several weeks.
Tumagal ang pagsubok na ito ng ilang linggo.
Etymology
From the word 'taga' which means 'to reside' or 'to maintain.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
last in life
remains for a long time in life.
tumagal sa buhay
lasted for many years
continued or extended over many years.
tumagal ng maraming taon
Related Words
duration
The length or duration of time.
tagal
continuation
The process of continuing or enduring a situation.
pagtatagal
Slang Meanings
lasted like there's no end
Our laughter lasted like there's no end!
Tumagal na tila wala nang katapusan ang aming tawanan!
lasted a long time
It was so much fun, we lasted at the club until morning!
Ang saya-saya, nagtagal kami sa club hanggang umaga!
extended
Our conversation extended because we had so much news to share!
Nag-extend ang usapan namin, kasi dami naming balita!