Katigan (en. Ally)

ka-ti-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or thing that provides support or partnership in something.
He is my ally in all times.
Siya ang katigan ko sa lahat ng panahon.
An ally in a task or struggle.
The allies of the students are important in their fight for rights.
Ang katigan ng mga estudyante ay mahalaga sa kanilang laban para sa karapatan.
A friend or comrade willing to help.
I need an ally who will support me.
Kailangan ko ng katigan na susuporta sa akin.

Etymology

From the root word 'tagay' meaning 'together' or 'partner'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ally in the struggle
Support or help in challenges.
katigan sa laban
to become an ally
To provide support or assistance.
maging katigan

Related Words

support
The act of helping or assisting another person.
suporta
partner
A companion in a project or task.
katuwang

Slang Meanings

friend who is like family
He is my buddy in all my battles.
Siya ang katigan ko sa lahat ng laban ko.
supporter
This band has so many supporters, they're always sold out!
Dami ng katigan ng bandang 'to, lagi silang sold out!