Magpatigatig (en. To guide or to lead)

/mag.pa.ti.ga.tig/

Synonyms

to think for oneself or not accept others' opinions

Sometimes you have to stand your ground so you won't lose in a discussion.

Minsan kailangan mo ring magpatigatig para hindi ka matalo sa usapan.

to be tough or not easily swayed or defeated

You need to hold your ground if you want to fight for your principles.

Kailangan mong magpatigatig kung gusto mong ipaglaban ang iyong prinsipyo.

to engage in a debate or argument

They argued in front of the class, like they were just having a pointless discussion.

Nagtalo sila sa harap ng klase, parang nagpatigatig lang sila ng wala sa oras.