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    Makalaban (en. To be able to fight)

    /ma.ka.la.ban/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Acting or having the ability to fight.
    You provide the strength to be able to fight.
    Kayo'y nagbibigay ng lakas upang makalaban.

    Etymology

    derived from the word 'laban' meaning 'to fight'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to fight against challenges
    the ability to confront challenges.
    makalaban sa hamon

    Related Words

    to fight
    An act focused on resistance or combat.
    laban

    Slang Meanings

    enemy
    He said, 'Don't interfere, that's your enemy!'
    Sabi niya, 'Huwag ka na makialam, kalaban mo yan!'
    opponent
    There are so many who are against your plan, they seem like your opponents.
    Ang daming kontra sa plano mo, mukhang makalaban mo sila.
    rival
    In basketball, my rival is the strongest team in the league.
    Sa basketball, makalaban ko ang pinakamalakas na team sa liga.
    rival or foe
    I ended our friendship because of his enemies.
    Tinigil ko na ang pagkakaibigan namin dahil sa mga makalaban niya.