Kabilanin (en. Bilateral)

ka-bi-la-nin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term referring to a thing or situation that has two parts or sides.
The decision has a bilateral aspect to better understand every aspect of the issue.
Ang desisyon ay may kabilanin upang mas maunawaan ang bawat aspeto ng usapin.
It may also refer to the relationships or interactions of two or more parties.
The bilateral relations between countries are crucial for maintaining peace.
Ang kabilanin ng mga bansa ay mahalaga sa pagpapanatili ng kapayapaan.

Etymology

from the root 'kabilan' meaning 'two sides' or 'two parts'

Common Phrases and Expressions

bilateral opinions
Recognition of both sides of an argument or opinion.
kabilanin ng mga opinyon

Related Words

bilateral
A concept that indicates the presence of two or more sides in a situation or issue.
kabilanan

Slang Meanings

You're going to swap it out (give, sell, etc.)
He's the one I swapped my cellphone with, I just lent it to him.
Siya ang kabilanin ng cellphone ko, pinahiram ko lang sa kanya.
Someone with you, acquaintance, or backup
Come on, I'm with Allan, he's my buddy at school.
Tara, kasama ko si Allan, kabilanin ko yan sa school.
Connections or network
You should have connections in the industry for more opportunities.
Dapat magkaroon ka ng kabilanin sa industry para sa mas maraming opportunities.