Magkabalakubak (en. To be in conflict)

/maɡka.bala.kubak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The state of disagreement with another person.
They are in conflict regarding their decision on the project.
Sila ay magkabalakubak sa kanilang desisyon sa proyekto.
The fighting or misunderstanding between two people or groups.
This conflict arose during the meeting.
Ang magkabalakubak na ito ay lumitaw sa panahon ng pagpupulong.

Etymology

from the word 'balakubak' which means matters causing confusion or disputes.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in conflict over an idea
Having disagreement over a particular idea.
magkabalakubak sa ideya
to be conflicted inside
The feeling of being confused or conflicted.
magkabalakubak ang loob

Related Words

dispute
A state of confusion or conflict brought about by misunderstanding.
balakubak

Slang Meanings

To become noisy or chaotic around.
Everything got noisy when the band arrived.
Nagsimulang magkabalakubak ang lahat nang dumating yung banda.
To be messy or untidy regarding hair.
Your hair looks all tangled up, you should fix it.
Parang magkabalakubak na yung buhok mo, ayusin mo nga.