Tuwas (en. Straight)

/tuˈwas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of straightening.

He straightened his back after exercising.

Tuwas siya ng kanyang likod matapos mag-ehersisyo.

adjective

Meaning straight or not curved.

The line is straight pointing to the north.

Ang linya ay tuwas na tumuturo sa dako ng hilaga.

Secretly carrying an opinion or belief that is not inclined.

His statement was straightforward in expressing his true feelings.

Ang kanyang pahayag ay tuwas na naglalarawan ng kanyang tunay na damdamin.

Root word originating from 'tuwas' meaning straight or without curve.

the way is straight

The path is straight and without curves.

tuwas ang daan

straight talk

A conversation that is direct and clear.

tuwas na usapan

straight

Refers to a line that is not bent and straight.

tuwid

always standing or upright

Why do you look so upright in front of the mirror?

Bakit parang tuwas na tuwas ka sa harap ng salamin?

very beautiful or attractive

Wow, you look so stunning in that dress!

Grabe, ang tuwas mo sa suot mong damit na 'yan!

standing for a long time or in position

They’ve been standing so long waiting for the bus.

Tuwas na tuwas sila sa pagkakaantabay sa bus.