Balitaktakan (en. Debate)

/ba-li-tak-ta-kan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of public debate or discussion about a topic.
The debate in the meeting became lively due to the various perspectives of the participants.
Ang balitaktakan sa pulong ay naging masigla dahil sa iba't ibang pananaw ng mga kalahok.
Debate of ideas or opinions in an artistic manner.
His debate on social issues was excellent.
Mahusay ang kanyang balitaktakan tungkol sa mga isyu ng lipunan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hold a debate
to organize an opportunity for a debate or discussion
magsagawa ng balitaktakan

Related Words

debate
A formal discussion where participants argue and present their case.
debate

Slang Meanings

Just chatting
We were just chatting over coffee while gossiping.
Nag-balitaktakan kami sa kape habang nagchichismisan.
Laughter and conversation
Their conversation was fun, full of laughter!
Ang saya ng balitaktakan nila, puro tawanan!
Storytelling
In our conversation, we talked about our vacation plans.
Sa balitaktakan namin, napag-usapan namin ang mga plano sa bakasyon.