Magpatigas (en. Harden)

/maɡ.pa.ti.ɡas/

Synonyms

To be firm or tough in a situation.

I need to be tough with my boss to get what I want.

Kailangan kong magpatigas sa boss ko para makuha ang gusto ko.

To be strong in facing challenges or trials.

He said, just be strong and you'll get through that.

Sabi niya, magpatigas ka lang at malalampasan mo iyan.

A teasing way to act overly proud or arrogant.

Don't act tough, you look too arrogant!

Wag ka nang magpatigas, mukha kang masyadong mayabang!