tika
tikâ with stress marks
intention; determination; resolution
Usage Note
Tika refers to a firm inner decision or resolve to do something. It implies not just a plan but a commitment of will. Commonly used in expressions of personal resolve, such as 'nagtika siyang hindi na uulit' (he resolved never to do it again).
Examples
" May tika akong mag-aral. "
Natural Translation
I have the resolve to study.
Literal Translation
Has resolve I study.
" May tika siyang magbago ng buhay. "
Natural Translation
He/She has a resolution to change his/her life.
Literal Translation
Has resolution he/she to change of life.
" Buo ang kanyang tika na itigil ang masamang bisyo kahit mahirap itong gawin sa simula. "
Natural Translation
His resolve to quit the bad habit is firm even though it is hard to do at first.
Literal Translation
Whole the his resolve that stop the bad vice even hard this do at start.
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