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    Kontrobersya (en. Controversy)

    kon-tro-ber-sya

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A matter or issue that causes conflict or dispute.
    The controversy surrounding the new law sparked intense debate in the Senate.
    Ang kontrobersya sa bagong batas ay nagdulot ng matinding debate sa Senado.
    The subject of misunderstanding.
    Many people have different opinions about the controversy of social media.
    Maraming tao ang may iba't ibang opinyon tungkol sa kontrobersya ng social media.
    A public dispute or debate.
    The controversy regarding his statements garnered a lot of reactions from the public.
    Ang kontrobersya sa kanyang mga pahayag ay umani ng maraming reaksyon mula sa publiko.

    Etymology

    from the English word 'controversy'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    controversial issue
    a subject that causes disputes or conflict
    kontrobersyal na isyu
    controversial statements
    statements that cause disputes or conflicts
    mga kontrobersyal na pahayag

    Related Words

    discourse
    the discussion of ideas that often involves conflict.
    diskurso
    debate
    the process of arguing about a specific subject.
    pagtatalo

    Slang Meanings

    A swift debate or conflict that arises
    The controversy on social media became a hot topic for discussion.
    Yung kontrobersya sa social media, naging mainit na pag-usapan ang isyu.
    Gossip that becomes a big topic of discussion
    The controversy about the celebrity is like a fire that won't stop.
    Ang kontrobersya tungkol kay celebrity ay parang apoy na hindi matigil.
    An issue with a significant impact and people's opinions
    The controversy in the fight definitely has everyone divided.
    Yung kontrobersya sa laban, talagang hindi lahat sang-ayon.