Urong (en. Retract)

/uˈrɔŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To revert or return to a previous state or condition.

We need to retract our decision because of new information.

Kailangan nating urong ang aming desisyon dahil sa bagong impormasyon.

To stop an action that has already been started.

He decided to retract his speech in front of the audience.

Nagpasya siyang urong sa kanyang pagsasalita sa harap ng madla.

To return or put back to a former position.

Retract the shoe soles when the ground became bumpy.

Urong ang mga aku ng sapatos nang bumukol ang daan.

retraction of steps

Withdrawal or stopping of an action or move made.

urong ng hakbang

retracted statement

A statement that is withdrawn or denied.

urong na pahayag

retracting and advancing

Refers to moving forward and retreating, usually in the context of negotiations or plans.

urong-sulong

go back

Go back to your old spot, you don't want to change it because you still want me to see the old stuff.

Urong ka na sa dating pwesto mo, ayaw mo ng baguhin kasi gusto mong makita ko pa rin yung mga dati.

move back (related to an accident)

He got stuck on the road because of an accident.

Naka-urong siya sa daan dahil sa aksidente.