Ikatalo (en. To argue or debate)

/ikaˈta.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To argue or express an opinion.

We should argue our viewpoints in the meeting.

Dapat nating ikatalo ang ating mga pananaw sa pulong.

Used in the context of debating or discussing a proposed topic.

It is important to argue about social issues.

Mahalaga ang ikatalo tungkol sa mga isyu ng lipunan.

To argue can lead to smarter decision-making.

Arguing can help in policy-making.

Makatutulong ang ikatalo sa paggawa ng mga polisiya.

The word 'ikatalo' is derived from the word 'katalo' meaning to express something in a debate or argument.

Argue it out

Emphasizes the importance of expressing an opinion.

Ikatalo mo na

debate

A process of discussion or argument where differing views are expressed.

pagtatalo

argument

A statement used to support or oppose a position.

argumento

To chat or talk

Do you want to chat with me later?

Gusto mo bang ikatalo sa akin mamaya?

To bond or get to know each other

I would like to bond with you at the picnic tomorrow.

Nais ko sanang ikatalo ka sa picnic bukas.

To start a conversation or a series of talks

I hope you won't get bored when I start talking to you.

Sana hindi ka ma-bored pag ikatalo kita.