Makipagkagalit (en. To argue)

/makipaɡkaɡalit/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Having anger or resentment towards another.
They argued with each other after the misunderstanding.
Sila ay nagmakipagkagalit sa isa't isa matapos ang di pagkakaintindihan.
Fighting or arguing due to emotional conflict.
We are restless due to our ongoing quarrel.
Hindi kami mapakali dahil sa aming patuloy na pakikipagkagalit.

Etymology

derived from 'kagalit' meaning anger or resentment

Common Phrases and Expressions

to argue with a friend
to engage in a dispute or discussion that leads to misunderstanding
makipagkagalit sa kaibigan

Related Words

anger
a deep feeling of dislike or hatred towards another person or situation.
galit
guidelines
general knowledge or principles that should be followed in a discussion or conflict.
alituntunin

Slang Meanings

to pick a fight
Why does Juan want to pick a fight with his friends?
Bakit parang gustong makipag-away ni Juan sa tropa niya?
to get worked up
Don't provoke Maria, she gets worked up easily.
Huwag mong pasiklabin si Maria, madali lang siyang mag-init ng ulo.
to argue or bicker
They started to bicker in the middle of the class.
Nagsimula silang magbangayan sa gitna ng klase.