sumuko
The Tagalog word for yield is sumuko.
Meaning: to produce as a result (verb)
Which one should you use?
The phrase Magbigay-Daan specifically means to yield or give way in a formal context.
Did you know?
- While sumuko means 'to yield' or 'to surrender', it is frequently used in romantic contexts to describe the moment someone finally gives in to their feelings for another person.
- In Tagalog, the concept of yielding to a person's will is often expressed through the word pagpasailalim, which suggests placing oneself 'under' someone else's authority. It implies a hierarchy rather than just a change of mind.
- The phrase magbigay-daan is used for yielding in traffic, but it also describes the graceful act of a leader stepping down to let a successor take over. It transforms a physical movement into a gesture of political or social grace.
Example conversation
Maria and Juan are discussing their garden.
- MariaJuan, sumuko na ba ang mga puno ng mangga?Juan, did the mango trees yield yet?
- JuanOo Maria, may mga bunga na sila.Yes Maria, they already have fruit.
- MariaMabuti naman at sumuko sila ng marami.That's good that they yielded a lot.
- JuanTama, sapat na ito para sa atin.Correct, this is enough for us.
