Tumao (en. To come to life)
/tuˈma.o/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The 'tumao' is a process or action of awareness or consciousness.
His 'tumao' in the examples helped him to make the right decision.
Ang kanyang tumao sa mga halimbawa tinulungan siyang makagawa ng tamang desisyon.
verb
Symbolizes the process of understanding or comprehension of a situation.
He 'tumao' to the meanings of the words he was reading.
Tumao siya sa mga kahulugan ng mga salitang kanyang binabasa.
Finding truth or awareness of the events.
He 'tumao' to the reality of his decisions.
Tumao siya sa realidad ng kanyang mga desisyon.
Etymology
From the root word 'mao' meaning 'to be alive', to have consciousness.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Come to the truth
Become aware or recognize the truth.
Tumao sa katotohanan
Related Words
to know
An action of receiving or recognizing information.
makaalam
consciousness
Awareness of oneself or the surroundings.
kamalayan
Slang Meanings
to have a happy or chill vibe
Let's tumao at the beach later, it’ll be so fun!
Tumao tayo sa beach mamaya, ang saya-saya!
to relax or be cool
Forget your problems, just tumao.
Kalimutan mo na mga problema, tumao ka na lang.
to be carefree or to have a relaxed mind
You should just tumao in finals, don’t stress too much.
Dapat tumao ka na lang sa finals, wag masyadong pressure.