bitaw
bítaw with stress marks
to let go
Usage Note
Bitaw expresses the act of releasing a grip or letting something go — physically or emotionally. It is common in direct commands ('Bitawan mo!') and in emotional contexts about letting go of relationships or grievances. Related forms include bitawan (to release) and nabitawan (was released).
Examples
" Bitaw na sa lubid. "
Natural Translation
Let go of the rope now.
Literal Translation
Let-go already on rope.
" Isang malakas na bitaw ang kailangan. "
Natural Translation
One strong let-go is needed.
Literal Translation
One strong that let-go the need.
" Mahirap ang bitaw sa isang taong matagal mong minahal, ngunit minsan kailangan mong tanggapin na tapos na ang lahat. "
Natural Translation
Letting go of someone you have loved for a long time is hard, but sometimes you have to accept that everything is over.
Literal Translation
Hard the let-go on a person-that long you loved, but sometimes need you to-accept that ended already the all.
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