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    Makipagbaka (en. To combat)

    /makipaɡˈbaka/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action of participating in a fight or conflict.
    The soldiers are ready to combat for their country.
    Ang mga sundalo ay handang makipagbaka para sa kanilang bayan.
    Accepting a challenge or trial to interact with others.
    He needs to combat with his business rivals.
    Kailangan niyang makipagbaka sa kanyang mga kalaban sa negosyo.
    The act of standing up or fighting for one's beliefs or principles.
    He wants to combat for the rights of the people.
    Nais niyang makipagbaka para sa karapatan ng mga tao.

    Etymology

    The word 'makipagbaka' comes from the verb 'baka' meaning 'to struggle' or 'to fight', combined with 'makipag' which indicates an action.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to battle in life
    Striving and fighting for a good condition despite challenges.
    makipagbaka sa buhay

    Related Words

    to fight
    An action that refers to fighting or arguing.
    baka

    Slang Meanings

    to fight or to engage in combat with someone
    He's looking for a chance to fight his rival.
    Naghahanap siya ng pagkakataon na makipagbaka sa kanyang katunggali.
    to show courage or bravery
    You really need to fight against the challenges in life.
    Kailangan mo talagang makipagbaka sa mga hamon sa buhay.
    to engage in a chat with a tussle or debate
    Because of their differing points, their conversation on social media became a fight.
    Dahil sa mga punto ng pagkakaiba, naging makipagbaka ang kanilang usapan sa social media.