Aklasan (en. Uprising)

/aˈklasan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An action or movement of resistance against a government or system.
The uprising occurred after a series of protests that urged the people.
Ang aklasan ay naganap matapos ang mga sunud-sunod na protestang nag-udyok sa mga tao.
A revolution or overthrow of a system led by the people.
Many uprisings occurred in history to fight for the rights of citizens.
Maraming aklasan ang naganap sa kasaysayan upang ipaglaban ang mga karapatan ng mga mamamayan.

Etymology

from the word 'aklas' meaning 'rebel' or 'to unite'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the people's movement
refers to the collective action of people against something.
ang pagkilos ng masa

Related Words

insurrection
A type of uprising aimed at overthrowing the current system.
paghihimagsik

Slang Meanings

Burst or explosion of anger
Juan might explode with anger at those guys; you won't be able to stop him.
Baka aklasan na ni Juan 'yang mga yan, di mo na siya makakapigil.
To flare up or get really angry
When he found out she was with someone else, he flared up with jealousy.
Nang malaman niyang may ibang kasama si siya, aklasan siya sa selos.
To showcase strength or power
In the end, he demonstrated all of his strength and skills in the fight.
Sa huli, aklasan niya ang lahat ng kanyang natutunan sa laban.