bitawan
bitáwan with stress marks
to let [it] go
From root: bitaw
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
binitawan
bi-ni-TA-wan
let go
Present (Incomplete)
binibitawan
bi-ni-bi-TA-wan
is being let go
Future (Contemplated)
bibitawan
bi-bi-TA-wan
will be let go
Usage Note
Bitawan is the locative object-focus infinitive of bitaw, used when the thing being released or let go is the grammatical focus. Extends naturally from physical release — loosening a grip on a rope or object — to the figurative release of anger, grudges, or painful emotions, a usage that resonates with Filipino values around forgiveness and emotional resilience.
Examples
" Bitawan mo ang kamay ko. "
Natural Translation
Let go of my hand.
Literal Translation
Release you the hand my.
" Bitawan mo na ang galit mo. "
Natural Translation
Let go of your anger.
Literal Translation
Release you now the anger your.
" Mahirap mang gawin, kailangan mong bitawan ang sama ng loob upang muli kang maging masaya. "
Natural Translation
As hard as it may be to do, you need to let go of your resentment so you can be happy again.
Literal Translation
Hard though do, need you let-go the resentment so again you become happy.
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