Tumuntong (en. To step)

/tuˈmun.toŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To ascend or enter a place using one's feet.
He stepped onto the stairs to enter the house.
Tumuntong siya sa hagdang-bato upang makapasok sa bahay.
To follow a path or direction by walking.
He stepped in the right direction toward the school.
Tumuntong siya sa tamang direksyon patungo sa paaralan.
To walk on top of something, often used in the context of walking or climbing.
He stepped onto the rock to see a better view.
Tumuntong siya sa ibabaw ng bato upang makakita ng mas magandang tanawin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to step up
To ascend to a higher place.
tumuntong sa taas
to step on the stairs
To ascend the stairs.
tumuntong sa hagdan

Related Words

step
A movement of the foot in walking or climbing.
hakbang
ascending
The act of climbing or entering.
pagsampa

Slang Meanings

Sit down
Sit down here, the teacher said.
Tumuntong ka na dito, sabi ni teacher.
Get on
Get on the jeep, the driver is already here.
Tumuntong ka na sa jeep, andiyan na ang driver.
Go up
Go up, your friends are already there.
Tumuntong ka na sa taas, andiyan na ang mga kaibigan mo.