Boykot (en. Boycott)
/boɪ.kot/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term for the action of avoiding a person, organization, or product as a protest.
Many people participated in the boycott against the company due to their unfair policies.
Maraming tao ang sumali sa boykot laban sa kumpanya dahil sa kanilang hindi makatarungang patakaran.
A strategy of expressing dissent by refusing to buy or use.
The boycott proved effective in demonstrating consumers' discontent.
Ang boykot ay naging epektibo sa pagpapakita ng hindi pagkakasundo ng mga mamimili.
Common Phrases and Expressions
join a boycott
to participate in a boycott as a form of protest
sumali sa boykot
declare a boycott
to express support by boycotting
ipahayag ang boycott
Related Words
protest
An action of opposition or expression of dissent.
protesta
participation
The process of joining or attending an activity.
pakikilahok
Slang Meanings
Don't accept or avoid something
Let's boycott that mall because of the high prices!
Boykot natin ang mall na yan dahil sa mataas na presyo!
Avoiding a product or service as a protest
Many people are boycotting the products of that company.
Maraming tao ang nag-boykot sa mga produkto ng kumpanya na iyon.
Ignoring a person or organization
They are intentionally boycotting those who are not involved in this issue.
Sinasadyang boykotin ang mga hindi nakikialam sa issue na ito.