Magkasalisi (en. Coincidental)

mag-ka-sa-li-si

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition where two things have differences but share characteristics that seem contradictory.
Their outlook on life is opposite.
Ang kanilang pananaw sa buhay ay magkasalisi.
Causing misunderstandings due to differing opinions.
Their conversation revealed oppositeness in their ideas.
Ang kanilang pag-uusap ay nagpakita ng magkasalisi sa kanilang ideya.
The combination of two ideas or events that seem incompatible.
There is an opposition in his decision to join the project.
May magkasalisi sa kanyang desisyon sa pagsasali sa projekto.

Etymology

from the word 'kalis', meaning 'opposite' or 'contrary'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

their opinions are contrary
their opinions are different and do not agree
magkasalisi ang kanilang opinyon
contrary beliefs
indicates differing beliefs affecting relationships
magkasalisi sa paniniwala

Related Words

translation
Commonly used term for words that are opposites.
salin

Slang Meanings

helping each other
They are helping each other in completing their project.
Sila ay magkasalisi sa paggawa ng kanilang proyekto.
no rival
There is no rival for their hot news.
Walang magkasalisi sa kanilang maiinit na balita.
company or companion
They are companions in their outings.
Magkasalisi sila sa pagsasama sa mga lakad.