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    Magsagupa (en. To clash)

    /magsaˈɡupa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To face off refers to having a battle or clash between two sides.
    The leaders decided to clash to fight for their rights.
    Nagpasya ang mga lider na magsagupa upang ipaglaban ang kanilang mga karapatan.
    It also means to struggle or engage in a situation.
    They need to face the challenges brought by the pandemic.
    Kailangan nilang magsagupa ang mga hamon na dala ng pandemya.
    It is commonly used in the context of competition or confrontation.
    Next week, the best athletes in the country will clash.
    Sa susunod na linggo, magsasagupa ang mga pinakamagagaling na atleta sa bansa.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'sagup', meaning to fight or prevail in a battle.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    clash in battle
    to engage or collide in a fight.
    magsagupa sa laban

    Related Words

    sagup
    Root word meaning to fight or engage.
    sagup

    Slang Meanings

    to argue or fight
    They fought in front of people.
    Nag-magsagupa sila sa harap ng mga tao.
    to compete over pride
    In basketball, they competed to be the best player.
    Sa basketball, nag-magsagupa sila sa pagiging best player.
    to showcase skills or show off
    Before, they showcased their skills in a dance battle at the plaza.
    Dati, mag-magsagupa sila sa dance battle sa plaza.