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    Magsuwagan (en. To defy)

    /magsuˈwaɡan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of defying or failing to comply with expected behavior.
    He decided to defy the orders of his teacher.
    Nagpasya siyang magsuwagan sa mga utos ng kanyang guro.
    The act of showing disrespect towards an authority.
    Sometimes, teenagers defy their parents.
    Minsan, ang mga kabataan ay nagsusuwagan sa kanilang mga magulang.
    Opposition to expectations or rules.
    His decision to defy the school rules brought problems.
    Ang kanyang desisyon na magsuwagan sa mga patakaran ng paaralan ay nagdala ng mga problema.

    Etymology

    derived from the word 'suwag' meaning 'to defy' or 'to speak ill'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to defy God
    To defy or act against God's commands.
    magsuwag sa Diyos
    do not defy
    A call for respect and adherence to rules.
    huwag magsuwagan

    Related Words

    defiance
    The act of disobedience or non-compliance.
    suwag
    to oppose
    The act of resisting or opposing.
    sumalungat

    Slang Meanings

    To be strong or to fight through challenges.
    You should be resilient even though many challenges come your way in life.
    Dapat magsuwagan ka kahit na maraming pagsubok ang dumarating sa buhay mo.
    Don't give up despite difficulties.
    Stay strong, you can get through this!
    Magsuwagan ka, nakakayanin mo yan!
    Be steadfast in any situation.
    No matter what happens, just be strong.
    Kahit anong mangyari, magsuwagan ka lang.