Kontrobersiya (en. Controversy)

/kon-tro-ber-si-ya/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A dispute or disagreement that leads to complex issues.
The controversy regarding the project reached the court.
Ang kontrobersiya tungkol sa proyekto ay umabot sa korte.
Public disagreement or debate regarding a specific topic.
There is a major controversy surrounding the new law implemented.
May malaking kontrobersiya sa bagong batas na ipinatupad.
A matter that can cause conflict or misunderstanding.
The controversy surrounding his statement brought many reactions from the public.
Ang kontrobersiya sa kanyang pahayag ay nagdala ng maraming reaksyon mula sa publiko.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'controversy' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

media controversy
Debate or issue noticed in the news.
kontrobersiya sa media
a controversy arose
An understanding or debate began.
nagkaroon ng kontrobersiya

Related Words

debate
A thorough discussion on opinions or beliefs.
debate
public issue
Issues being discussed publicly.
usaping pampubliko

Slang Meanings

Serious gossip
There’s another controversy in showbiz, it’s really serious gossip!
Ayun, may kontrobersiya na naman sa showbiz, chismis na malala talaga!
Widespread issue
That mess in politics was a widespread issue yesterday.
Yung gulo sa politika, kalat na isyu kahapon.
Chaos
The press conference turned into chaos because of the controversy.
Naging gulo-gulo yung press conference dahil sa kontrobersiya.