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    Ipagtanggol (en. Defend)

    ipaɡtaŋɡol

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of defending or protecting a person, thing, or idea.
    We must defend our rights.
    Dapat nating ipagtanggol ang ating mga karapatan.
    Take steps to protect someone from danger.
    He defended his friend in the fight.
    Ipinagtanggol niya ang kanyang kaibigan sa laban.
    Support an argument or stance in a matter.
    It takes courage to defend your opinion.
    Nangangailangan ng lakas ng loob upang ipagtanggol ang iyong opinyon.

    Etymology

    derived from the word 'tanggol' which means 'to defend' or 'to protect'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    defend the truth
    Protect the truth from falsehood.
    ipagtanggol ang katotohanan
    defend the country
    Protect one's country or community.
    ipagtanggol ang bayan

    Related Words

    defend
    A word meaning 'defense' or 'protection'.
    tanggol
    guard
    The act of defending, often in a formal manner.
    magtanggol

    Slang Meanings

    to fight for
    We need to fight for our rights.
    Kailangan nating ipaglaban ang ating mga karapatan.
    to protect
    We should protect the younger ones.
    Dapat nating protektahan ang mga mas nakababata.
    to defend
    He’s there to defend you in your problems.
    Nandiyan siya para tanggolan ka sa iyong mga problema.
    to rescue
    I want to rescue you from the hardships you’re experiencing.
    Gusto kong sagipin ka sa hirap na dinaranas mo.
    to stand up for someone (often used in romantic or playful contexts)
    I hope you love me even if I’m your punchbag.
    Sana mahalin mo ako kahit na ako'y kaldag mo.