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    Anlawan (en. Confrontation)

    /an-'law-an/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A situation where two sides or people are in conflict.
    The confrontation between the people worked towards peace.
    Ang anlawan sa pagitan ng mga tao ay nagtrabaho para sa kapayapaan.
    An activity or event where conflict or dispute occurs.
    The confrontation in court contained arguments from both sides.
    Ang anlawan sa korte ay naglalaman ng mga argumento mula sa magkabilang panig.
    verb
    The act of opposing or resisting something or a situation.
    We need to confront the misinformation in our project.
    Kailangan natin anlawan ang maling impormasyon sa aming proyekto.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'laban' meaning 'to fight' or 'against'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    instances of confrontations
    situations full of conflict
    mga anlawan

    Related Words

    fight
    The act of opposing or resisting.
    laban
    discussion
    The talking or discussion of issues or conflicts.
    tatalakayan

    Slang Meanings

    Totally amazing or over the top.
    Wow, the concert yesterday was totally amazing! It was so much fun!
    Grabe, anlawan ng concert kahapon! Sobrang saya!
    Out of this world or incredibly good.
    The food at the new restaurant is out of this world! You should try it!
    Yung food sa bagong restaurant, anlawan! Dapat tikman mo!