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    Idahilan (en. Reason)

    /iˈda.hi.lan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A reason stated to explain or justify something.
    His excuse for not attending is unacceptable.
    Ang kanyang idahilan sa hindi pagpasok ay hindi katanggap-tanggap.
    The reason behind a decision or action.
    He needs to provide his justification for changing his mind.
    Kailangan niyang ibigay ang kanyang idahilan kung bakit siya nagbago ng isip.

    Etymology

    Tagalog: the term 'idahilan' originates from the root word 'dahilan' meaning reason or cause.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    his reason
    the reason he gives for his actions.
    ang kanyang idahilan

    Related Words

    reason
    Something that causes or brings about a reason.
    dahilan

    Slang Meanings

    Well, there's a reason!
    Just make up an excuse that you're sick so you don't have to report.
    Idahilan mo na lang na may sakit ka para di ka na mag-report.
    Using tears as an excuse
    Why is it that in drama scenes they always use tears as an excuse?
    Bakit sa mga eksena sa drama lagi nalang idahilan ang luha?