Magbangayan (en. To argue)

/maɡ-baŋ-a-jan/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action or activity describing an argument or dispute.
They argued in front of many people.
Sila ay nagbangayan sa harap ng maraming tao.
Shows a system of communication among people in a vigorous manner.
The arguments emphasized their opinions.
Ang nagbangayan ay nagbigay-diin sa kanilang mga opinyon.

Etymology

from 'bangayan' meaning argument or confrontation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a fight
dealing with issues that cause conflict.
mag-away

Related Words

argument
A term describing a dispute or conflict.
bangayan

Slang Meanings

to exchange heated arguments or ideas
That's why they clashed over politics last week.
Kaya nagbangayan sila tungkol sa politika noong nakaraang linggo.
to argue or debate
Don't quarrel anymore; it's better if we just talk.
Huwag ka nang magbangayan, mas mabuting mag-usap na lang tayo.
to fill the atmosphere with tension or anger
I can't take their bickering anymore; it's just so frustrating.
Hindi ko na kaya ang kanilang magbangayan, nakakanginig na lang.