From root: tiis
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagtiis
nag-ti-IS
endured
Present (Incomplete)
nagtitiis
nag-ti-ti-IS
enduring
Future (Contemplated)
magtitiis
mag-ti-ti-IS
will endure
Usage Note
Magtiis is used when one needs to patiently endure hardships, poverty, or emotional pain without complaining, often reflecting the Filipino value of resilience. It is commonly used in contexts involving long-term sacrifice for a better future or surviving difficult circumstances.
Examples
" Kailangan kong magtiis muna. "
Natural Translation
I need to endure for now.
Literal Translation
Need I to-endure first.
" Kailangan nating magtiis para sa ating pangarap. "
Natural Translation
We need to endure for our dreams.
Literal Translation
Need we to endure for our dreams.
" Handa siyang magtiis ng gutom at pagod, huwag lang mapahamak ang pamilyang umaasa sa kanya. "
Natural Translation
She is willing to endure hunger and exhaustion as long as the family depending on her comes to no harm.
Literal Translation
Willing she to-endure of hunger and tiredness don't only be-harmed the family relying on her.
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