Askaris (en. Soldier)

/asˈka.ris/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A term that refers to soldiers, especially those serving in colonial forces.

The askaris mainly serve in military missions.

Ang mga askaris ay pangunahing naglilingkod sa mga misyong militar.

Local guards with security duties, often assigned to missions by foreign powers.

The askaris are crucial for ensuring the safety of foreign visitors.

Ang mga askaris ay mahalaga sa pagsisigurong ligtas ang mga dayuhang bisita.

Swahili mula sa salitang 'askari' na nangangahulugang sundalo o tagapangalaga.

king's soldier

Soldier serving the king or leader.

askari ng hari

military

Refers to armed forces or military operations.

military

colony

A territory governed by a foreign country.

kolonya

Gossip

Wow, there’s so much gossip at school, I can't even go to the bathroom.

Grabe, ang dami ng askaris sa school, di na ako makapunta sa CR.

Exaggerated talk or flattery

Oh no, my classmates are gossiping again, just full of flattery.

Naku, nag-askaris na naman yung mga kaklase ko, puro bola-bola lang.

Gossiper

That person is so famous, they often turn news into gossip!

Ang sikat niyan, madalas niyang gawing askaris yung mga balita!