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    Makipagdigmaan (en. To wage war)

    /makipag-dig-ma-an/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of engaging in war or participating in a battle.
    They decided to wage war for their freedom.
    Sila ay nagpasyang makipagdigmaan para sa kanilang kalayaan.
    An action involving armed forces.
    The country was compelled to wage war to defend itself.
    Ang bansa ay naobligang makipagdigmaan upang ipagtanggol ang sarili nito.
    The process of confronting adversaries in a war.
    Waging war is not an easy decision.
    Ang pakikipagdigmaan ay hindi isang madaling desisyon.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'digma', meaning war or battle.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wage war for the country
    To fight for the welfare of the nation.
    makipagdigmaan para sa bayan
    do not wage war
    Avoid conflict or battle.
    huwag makipagdigmaan

    Related Words

    war
    A large battle or conflict between nations or groups.
    digmaan
    soldier
    A person who is a member of the armed forces fighting for the country.
    sundalo

    Slang Meanings

    to fight
    Why do the kids at the playground seem like they want to fight?
    Bakit parang gustong makipagdigmaan ng mga bata sa playground?
    to compete
    The coach said we need to fight (or compete) to win.
    Sabi ng coach na kailangan nating makipagdigmaan para manalo.
    to argue
    We haven't talked since our fight (or argument).
    Hindi na kami nag-usap pagkatapos ng makipagdigmaan namin.