From root: tuwid
Usage Note
Matuwid often refers to a moral or righteous path in life rather than just a physical shape.
Examples
" Matuwid na tao siya. "
Natural Translation
He is an upright person.
Literal Translation
Upright person he.
" Maging matuwid ka sa iyong mga kilos. "
Natural Translation
Be upright in your actions.
Literal Translation
Be upright you in your actions.
" Kahit mahirap, pinili niyang manatiling matuwid sa halip na sumuko sa tukso ng madaling pera. "
Natural Translation
Even though it was hard, he chose to stay upright instead of giving in to the temptation of easy money.
Literal Translation
Even hard, chose he to-remain upright instead of give-in to temptation of easy money.
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