Kampon (en. Faction)

ˈkɑm.pɔn

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A group or part of a larger organization, usually with a shared goal or perspective.
The faction of revolutionaries fought for freedom.
Ang kampon ng mga rebolusyonaryo ay lumaban para sa kalayaan.
A party or group advocating for specific interests.
There are different factions within the government with varying stances.
Mayroong iba't ibang mga kampon sa loob ng pamahalaan na may iba't ibang mga paninindigan.
An alliance of people or groups united for a particular purpose.
The faction of environmentalists organized a protest.
Ang kampon ng mga environmentalist ay nag-organisa ng isang protesta.

Etymology

A Tagalog word originating from 'kampo' which means 'battle' or 'place of battle'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

faction of defenders
a group of people who defend or use their abilities for a cause
kampon ng mga tagapagtanggol

Related Words

camp
A place where people operate for a purpose, often military or political.
kampo
alliance
An agreement or union of people or groups for a purpose.
alyansa

Slang Meanings

Similar to 'crew', but closer to family or like-minded friends.
We're just chilling here with my crew.
Chill lang kami rito, kasama ang mga kampon ko.
A group of people with common interests or hobbies.
We had a meet-up with my crew for gaming.
Nagkaroon kami ng meet-up kasama ang mga kampon sa gaming.