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    Hamon (en. Challenge)

    ha-món

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A test or situation that showcases a person's ability.
    Participating in the competition is a challenge to her abilities.
    Ang pagsali sa paligsahan ay isang hamon sa kanyang kakayahan.
    A call or opportunity to test one's strength or intelligence.
    Accept the challenge and show what you can do.
    Tanggapin mo ang hamon at ipakita kung ano ang kaya mong gawin.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish word 'jamón' meaning 'ham'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    challenges of life
    Tests faced in life that lead to growth.
    hamon ng buhay
    challenge to oneself
    A situation where you need to push yourself to go beyond.
    hamon sa sarili

    Related Words

    test
    A situation that expresses difficulties and efforts.
    pagsubok
    challenges in life
    Tests and challenges faced in the journey of life.
    hamon sa buhay

    Slang Meanings

    challenge or test
    Okay, step out into the game so we can see who's better! This is a challenge!
    Sige, labas ka sa laro, para malaman natin kung sino ang mas magaling! Hamon ito!
    to provoke or entice
    You're great! That's just a challenge, you can do it!
    Ang galing mo! Hamon lang yan, kaya kaya mo yan!
    a request for competition
    When are you going to challenge me to chess? I've been waiting for so long!
    Kailan mo ako hamunin sa chess? Ang tagal ko nang nag-aantay!