abot-tingin
abot-tíngin with stress marks
within sight
Usage Note
Abot-tingin is a compound of abot and tingin describing something visible on the horizon or close enough to see. It is frequently used in poetic or motivational contexts to describe a dream or goal that is just ahead, making it a common phrase in inspirational writing and speeches.
Examples
" Abot-tingin na ang dagat. "
Natural Translation
The sea is already within sight.
Literal Translation
Within-sight already the sea.
" Abot-tingin na ang aming destinasyon. "
Natural Translation
Our destination is already within sight.
Literal Translation
Within-sight already the our destination.
" Matapos ang mahabang paglalakbay, abot-tingin na ang bahay namin sa dulo ng kalsada. "
Natural Translation
After the long journey, our house at the end of the road is finally within sight.
Literal Translation
After the long journey, within-sight already the house our at end of-the road.
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