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    Pagkampi (en. Taking sides)

    /paɡˈka.m.pi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The act of supporting or defending a person or side.
    His support for his friend showed loyalty.
    Ang kanyang pagkampi sa kanyang kaibigan ay nagpakita ng katapatan.
    The state or condition of being on one side of an issue or argument.
    His support on the issue underscored his beliefs.
    Ang kanyang pagkampi sa isyu ay nagbigay-diin sa kanyang paniniwala.

    Etymology

    from the root 'kampi' meaning assistance or support.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    taking sides with the oppressed
    supporting those who cannot defend themselves.
    pagkampi sa mga naaapi

    Related Words

    side
    gives an idea of strong support or recognition.
    kampi

    Slang Meanings

    bandwagon fan
    Mark is just a bandwagon fan, he always supports the stronger team.
    Si Mark ay taga-bola lang, parati siyang pagkampi sa mas malakas na team.
    support
    We should support him because we all know he deserves that.
    Dapat tayong pagkampi sa kanya dahil alam naman nating deserve niya 'yan.
    bias
    You’re a bit biased towards Jenny, that’s why you sometimes don’t see the wrong things she does.
    Medyo pagkampi ka kay Jenny, kaya minsan hindi mo nakikita ang maling nagagawa niya.