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    Makipanig (en. To take sides)

    ma-ki-pa-nig

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To act in favor of a specific side or perspective on an issue.
    We should take sides with the oppressed.
    Dapat tayong makipanig sa mga naaapi.
    To become an ally of a person or group in a situation.
    He decided to side with his friends.
    Nagpasya siyang makipanig sa kanyang mga kaibigan.
    To show support for one side in a conflict or competition.
    His decision to side with them helped their case.
    Ang kanyang desisyon na makipanig sa kanila ay nakatulong sa kanilang kaso.

    Etymology

    Ang salitang 'makipanig' ay nagmula sa salitang 'panig' na nangangahulugang 'side' o 'direction'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to side with the truth
    To become a defender of truth or justice.
    makipanig sa katwiran
    to side with the poor
    To assist those in difficult situations.
    makipanig sa mga mahihirap

    Related Words

    side
    Refers to a direction or position on an issue.
    panig
    ally
    A person who supports or is allied with a goal.
    kapanalig

    Slang Meanings

    to support
    We should stand up for the workers' fight.
    Dapat tayong makipanig sa laban ng mga manggagawa.
    to join in
    We need to come together for change.
    Kailangan natin makipanig para sa pagbabago.
    to meddle
    Don't involve yourself in this conversation if you don't know anything.
    Wag kang makipanig sa usapang ito kung wala kang alam.