Running in Tagalog

Running in Tagalog is “Tumatakbo” (currently running) or “Pagtakbo” (the act of running). This versatile word functions as a verb, noun, and adjective with meanings ranging from physical activity to operational status. Filipino speakers use different forms depending on whether they’re describing an action, a sport, or something that’s functioning.

Explore the detailed breakdown below to master pronunciation, understand contextual usage, discover cultural equivalents, and practice with real-world bilingual sentences that showcase how Filipinos use this essential term.

[Words] = Running

[Definition]:
– Running /ˈrʌnɪŋ/
– Verb 1: The present participle of “run”; moving at a speed faster than walking.
– Noun 1: The action or sport of moving rapidly on foot.
– Adjective 1: Continuing or occurring over a period of time (ongoing, consecutive).
– Adjective 2: Operating or functioning (as in a machine or system).
– Noun 2: The management or operation of a business or activity.

[Synonyms] = Tumatakbo, Pagtakbo, Takbo, Nagsisitakbo, Patuloy, Tuloy-tuloy, Umaandar, Gumagana, Pagpapatakbo, Pamamahala

[Example]:
– Ex1_EN: She enjoys running in the park every morning to stay healthy and fit.
– Ex1_PH: Nag-eenjoy siya sa pagtakbo sa parke tuwing umaga upang manatiling malusog at fit.

– Ex2_EN: The children were running around the playground, laughing and playing tag.
– Ex2_PH: Ang mga bata ay tumatakbo sa palibot ng playground, tumatawa at naglalaro ng taya.

– Ex3_EN: He has been late for three running days in a row this week.
– Ex3_PH: Siya ay nahuli nang tatlong tuloy-tuloy na araw sa linya ngayong linggo.

– Ex4_EN: The air conditioning system has been running smoothly since the maintenance check.
– Ex4_PH: Ang sistema ng air conditioning ay umaandar nang maayos mula noong maintenance check.

– Ex5_EN: She is responsible for the running of the entire department and its daily operations.
– Ex5_PH: Siya ay responsable sa pagpapatakbo ng buong departamento at ang pang-araw-araw nitong operasyon.