Kontrobersyal (en. Controversial)

kon-tro-ber-syal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Relating to a subject that causes disputes or disagreements.
The issue of climate change is a controversial topic among politicians.
Ang isyu ng pagbabago ng klima ay isang kontrobersyal na paksa sa mga pulitiko.
Pertaining to opinions or positions that contradict one another.
Many controversial opinions have surfaced on social media.
Maraming kontrobersyal na opinyon ang lumutang sa social media.
Often causes broad discussion or debate.
The film received controversial reviews from critics.
Ang pelikula ay nakatanggap ng kontrobersyal na pagsusuri mula sa mga kritiko.

Etymology

Originates from the English word 'controversial'

Common Phrases and Expressions

controversial issue
A topic debated by many.
kontrobersyal na isyu
controversial opinion
Position with opposing viewpoints.
kontrobersyal na opinyon

Related Words

debate
A situation where two sides argue about a topic.
pagtatalo
discourse
Extended discussion or expression of ideas that often sparks debate.
diskurso

Slang Meanings

hot topic
That new movie is really controversial because there are a lot of claims saying it's wrong.
Yung bagong pelikula, kontrobersyal talaga kasi ang daming nangyayaring sinasabing mali.
talk of the town
This political issue is full of controversies and has become talk of the town.
Yung isyu sa politika na eto, puro kontrobersyal at usapang labas na.
rooted issue
His statements highlighted a controversial, rooted issue that has been discussed for a long time.
Ang kanyang statements ay nagbigay-diin sa kontrobersyal na nag-uugat na isyu na matagal nang pinaguusapan.