Tuwirin (en. Straighten)
/tuˈwirin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that shows correction or straightness.
You need to straighten your outline before starting the project.
Kailangan mong tuwirin ang iyong balangkas bago simulan ang proyekto.
Restoration of something to the correct position or form.
Straighten the paper so that it is easier to read.
Tuwirin mo ang papel para mas madali itong basahin.
Fixing something from being bent or twisted.
Straighten the chipped parts of the wall.
Tuwirin mo ang mga natuklap na bahagi ng dingding.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'tuwa' which means happiness or joy.
Common Phrases and Expressions
straighten the path
Prepare the right course or decision.
tuwirin ang daan
Related Words
joy
An emotion that shows happiness or delight.
tuwa
Slang Meanings
to deviate or stray from the right direction
Wow, you have so much to do but you're tuwirin to something else.
Aba, ang dami mong dapat gawin pero ang tuwirin mo ay ibang bagay.
to be straightforward or not beat around the bush
Sometimes, you just need to tuwirin and tell the truth.
Minsan kasi, kailangan mo lang talagang tuwirin at magsabi ng totoo.