Katunggali (en. Rival)
/ka.tung.ga.li/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is an opponent or rival in a particular situation or competition.
He is my rival in the race.
Siya ang aking katunggali sa karera.
A person competing for the same goal or prize.
The rivals in the competition must prepare well.
Ang mga katunggali sa paligsahan ay dapat maghanda ng mabuti.
Something that poses a challenge or serves as an obstacle to success.
His competitor in business is more established.
Ang katunggali niya sa negosyo ay mas matatag.
Etymology
Focusing on the root of the word 'tunggalian' meaning conflict or rivalry.
Common Phrases and Expressions
rival in life
A person or thing that brings hardship or challenge in life.
katunggali sa buhay
competitor in business
A person or company that provides competition in the market.
katunggali sa negosyo
Related Words
conflict
A situation of competition or dispute between people or parties.
tunggalian
competition
A situation where two or more people or groups are vying for a goal.
kompetisyon
Slang Meanings
rival
Who is your rival in the game?
Sino bang katunggali mo sa laro?
enemy
Why are you paying attention to him? He's your enemy, right?
Bakit mo siya pinapansin? Kaaway mo siya, di ba?
competitor
The competition is tough, and he is my competitor.
Mahigpit ang kumpetisyon, at siya ang katunggali ko.