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    Kakontra (en. Opponent)

    /ka.kon.tɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who opposes or contests a proposal or idea.
    He is my opponent in the debate.
    Siya ang aking kakontra sa debate.
    An enemy or rival in a fight or competition.
    My opponent was defeated in this match.
    Matalo ang aking kakontra sa laban na ito.
    A person with an opposing opinion or viewpoint.
    My opponent has a different stance on this issue.
    Iba ang posisyon ng aking kakontra sa isyung ito.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'kontra' which means to oppose or resist.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    opponent in an argument
    a person who expresses an opposing view in an argument.
    kakontra sa argumento
    to become an opponent
    to choose to oppose or counter an idea.
    maging kakontra

    Related Words

    against
    The act of opposing or resisting.
    kontra
    defend
    The act of protecting or defending against an opponent.
    tanggol

    Slang Meanings

    Opposition or giving a contrary opinion
    That person is always a contrarian when it comes to political discussions.
    Laging kakontra yan kapag may usapang politika.
    Challenger or opponent in an argument
    Who is your opponent in the debate later?
    Sino ba ang kakontra mo sa debate mamaya?
    A person who always fights against others' ideas
    I don't want to deal with him, he's such a contrarian to everything.
    Ayaw ko na sa kanya, sobrang kakontra sa lahat.
    Equivalent or counterpart of a contrary opinion
    They both are against our plans.
    Pareho lang silang kakontra sa mga plano namin.