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!