Tumatuwa (en. To rejoice)

/tuˈma.tu.wá/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The state of having joy or happiness.
The people rejoiced when they saw the beautiful scenery.
Tumatuwa ang mga tao nang makita ang magandang tanawin.
Receiving good news that brings joy.
He rejoiced when he learned that he received high marks.
Tumatuwa siya nang malaman niyang siya ay nakakakuha ng mataas na marka.
Showing joy or happiness towards a person or occasion.
The children rejoiced at the celebration of their birthday.
Tumatuwa ang mga bata sa pagdiriwang ng kanilang kaarawan.

Etymology

Living Word

Common Phrases and Expressions

rejoicing in success
happy with success
tumatuwa sa tagumpay
rejoicing with friends
happy with friends
tumatuwa sa mga kaibigan

Related Words

joy
The feeling of happiness or delight.
kagalakan
delight
A state of happiness or satisfaction.
ligaya

Slang Meanings

had fun
I enjoyed the concert, it was so fun!
Tumatuwa ako sa concert, sobrang saya!
I find it amusing
I find your jokes amusing!
Natutuwa ako sa mga jokes mo!
happy
We were so happy during the call!
Tumatuwa kami sa call, sobra!