Konkista (en. Conquest)

kon-kis-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of conquering or taking control of a place or group of people.
The conquest of the Spaniards in the Philippines brought significant changes.
Ang konkista ng mga Kastila sa Pilipinas ay nagdulot ng malalaking pagbabago.
The acquisition of territory through force.
Many battles occurred during this time of conquest.
Maraming labanan ang naganap sa panahong ito ng konkista.
The attainment of power over another person or nation.
The conquest of America became a symbol of imperialism.
Ang konkista sa Amerika ay naging simbulo ng imperyalismo.

Etymology

Spanish: 'conquista' meaning 'conquest' or 'dominion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Spanish conquest
Refers to the period of Spanish control over the Philippines.
pananakop ng mga Kastila

Related Words

imperialism
The policy or system of extending a country's power over other territories.
imperyalismo

Slang Meanings

An overwhelming excitement or anger coming from a person.
It feels like there's a konkista inside me when I see her.
Parang may konkista ako sa loob ko kapag nakikita ko siya.
An intense joy that feels like a blast.
You need some konkista at our party later!
Kailangan mo ng konkista sa party natin mamaya!
Intense energy or courage.
Go! Give your konkista in the game!
Go! Ibigay mo ang konkista mo sa laro!