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    Gerilya (en. Guerrilla)

    ge-ri-lya

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A group of fighters who operate in an unconventional manner, often against a stronger enemy.
    The guerrilla often employs tactics such as ambush and sabotage.
    Ang gerilya ay madalas na gumagamit ng mga taktika tulad ng ambush at sabotage.
    A form of warfare in which small groups fight against an army or government through quick strikes and withdrawals.
    Guerrilla warfare has seen developments in many countries in Asia.
    Ang gerilyang digmaan ay nakakita ng pag-unlad sa maraming bansa sa Asya.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'guerrilla' meaning war.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    guerrilla warfare
    A type of warfare where battles are unconventional and executed by small groups.
    gerilyang digmaan
    guerrilla against the government
    A guerrilla movement focused on fighting against an established government.
    gerilya laban sa pamahalaan

    Related Words

    rebellion
    An action of resistance against an existing law or government.
    rebelyon
    partisan
    A member of a group fighting against an occupation or authority.
    partisan

    Slang Meanings

    Ninja or a person who moves quietly and swiftly behind enemy lines.
    He's like a guerrilla, you don't know where he's hiding.
    Parang gerilya siya, hindi mo alam kung saan siya nagtatago.
    A person who is very secretive, hiding everything and not admitting anything.
    Even his cellphone is like a guerrilla, no one will know.
    Pati yung cellphone niya, parang gerilya na lang, walang makakaalam.
    A strategy that is secretive or a not straightforward way of doing things.
    Like a guerrilla, we must hide in the shadows for our mission.
    Gaya ng gerilya, dapat tayong magtago sa dilim para sa ating misyon.