Kasungitan (en. Hostility)
/ka-suŋ-itan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The presence of conflict or disagreement between people or groups.
The hostility between the two families caused division in the community.
Ang kasungitan sa pagitan ng dalawang pamilya ay nagdulot ng hidwaan sa komunidad.
A type of aggressive behavior intended to fight.
The hostility of the opposing parties resulted in severe chaos.
Ang kasungitan ng mga magkasalungat na partido ay nagresulta sa matinding kaguluhan.
The state of being opposed or in conflict.
Hostility in politics is one of the major problems of the country.
Ang kasungitan sa politika ay isa sa mga pangunahing suliranin ng bansa.
Etymology
from the word 'sungi' meaning 'to fight or battle'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
has hostility
experienced misunderstanding or conflict.
may kasungitan
Related Words
sungi
The action of fighting or responding to criticism.
sungi
aggression
A manner of behavior that describes excessive attack or assault.
agresyon
Slang Meanings
A style of bashing or teasing
Mia's sarcastic remarks towards Jon are quite funny.
Ang kasungitan ni Mia kay Jon ay nakakatawa na.
A fierce comeback
Wow, Mark's sharp retorts are like a comeback all the time!
Grabe, ang kasungitan ni Mark, parang laging may banat!
A sarcastic joke
He made a sarcastic remark that was really offensive.
Nagbigay siya ng kasungitan na talagang nakaka-offend.