Umalinsunod (en. To comply)

/u.mal.iŋ.su.nod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To carry out commands or duties according to instructions.
We must comply with the school rules.
Dapat tayong umalinsunod sa mga patakaran ng paaralan.
To follow the desires or wishes of others.
He complied with his parents' request.
Umalinsunod siya sa hiling ng kanyang mga magulang.
To become a part or component in a system or process.
Everyone is expected to comply with the project.
Ang bawat isa ay inaasahang umalinsunod sa proyekto.

Etymology

derived from 'clear' and 'follow'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Comply with the law
To act in accordance with existing laws.
Umalinsunod sa batas
Comply with the instructions
To follow the given guidance or directions.
Umalinsunod sa mga tagubilin

Related Words

agree
Means to consent or join in an agreement.
sang-ayon
honesty
Often refers to being faithful to commands or duties.
katapatan

Slang Meanings

to follow or be obedient
You need to follow the rules at school.
Kailangan umalinsunod ka sa mga patakaran sa school.
to get along or adjust to the situation
You should get along with your classmates so you won't be left out.
Dapat umalinsunod ka sa mga kaklase mo para hindi ka ma-out.
to help or collaborate
I already talked to Alex to collaborate on his project.
Nakausap ko na si Alex para umalinsunod sa proyekto nito.