Magtunggalian (en. Conflict)

/mag-tung-ga-li-an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A situation where two or more parties have a fight or disagreement.
The conflict between the two groups led to violence.
Ang magtunggalian sa pagitan ng dalawang grupo ay nagdulot ng karahasan.
A form of dispute that results in negative effects on the participants.
The conflict in their organization resulted in misunderstandings.
Ang magtunggalian sa kanilang samahan ay nagbunga ng hindi pagkakaintindihan.
The presence of disagreement usually related to ideas or perspectives.
The conflict of their opinions caused a lengthy discussion.
Ang magtunggalian ng kanilang mga opinyon ay nagdulot ng mahabang diskusyon.

Etymology

Originates from the root 'tunggalian' meaning 'conflict' or 'dispute'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

conflict of ideas
Having a struggle in opinions or perspectives.
magtunggalian ng mga ideya
family conflict
Disputes that occur within the family.
magtunggalian sa pamilya

Related Words

conflict
The root word of magtunggalian referring to a fight or disagreement.
tunggalian
dispute
A synonym that describes disagreement between people.
alitan

Slang Meanings

to argue or debate
They were arguing about the right decision for the project.
Sila'y nagmagtunggalian tungkol sa tamang desisyon sa proyekto.
to spark a conflict
Their conflict arose from a misunderstanding.
Ang kanilang magtunggalian ay nag-ugat sa maling pagkakaintindihan.
to have different opinions
They often clash because they have different perspectives.
Madalas silang magtunggalian dahil magkaiba sila ng pananaw.