Tumira (en. To reside)
/tuˈmira/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To place oneself in a specific location or state.
He resided in Manila for five years.
Tumira siya sa Maynila sa loob ng limang taon.
To dwell or stay in a location.
We have been residing in this house since 2020.
Tumira kami sa bahay na ito simula noong 2020.
To venture or lead to a certain condition.
Families decided to reside in the countryside for a quieter life.
Nagpasya ang mga pamilya na tumira sa kanayunan upang maghanap ng mas tahimik na buhay.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to reside for a long time
To live in a place for a longer period.
tumira ng matagal
Related Words
tira
The word 'tira' refers to a part of something, which can indicate a specific place or state.
tira
paninirahan
The term 'residence' refers to the process of dwelling or staying in a place.
paninirahan
Slang Meanings
to hang out at a party
He hung out at the party earlier, it was so much fun!
Tumira siya sa party kanina, sobrang saya!
to stay at the corner (usually referring to a popular spot)
We stayed at the corner of our barangay, there were so many people!
Tumira kami sa kanto ng aming barangay, ang daming tao!
to carry or bring a book (often implying being studious or a nerd)
He brought a book to school, he looked like a nerd!
Tumira siya ng libro sa school, nagmukhang nerd!