Pagsusuwail (en. Rebellion)

pag-su-su-wail

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A characteristic or behavior of not obeying or hesitating to follow these.
His rebellion against the rules caused trouble in class.
Ang kanyang pagsusuwail sa mga patakaran ay nagdulot ng gulo sa klase.
A situation where there is resistance or doubt against authority or established laws.
The students' rebellion is a manifestation of their opinions.
Ang pagsusuwail ng mga estudyante ay isang manifestasyon ng kanilang mga opinyon.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'suwail' meaning rebellious or stubborn.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Rebellion against parents
The uprising or disobedience of children against their parents.
Pagsusuwail sa magulang
Rebellion against the law
Disobedience to existing laws.
Pagsusuwail sa batas

Related Words

rebellious
A person who does not follow rules or orders.
suwail
rebel
A person who opposes or fights against authority.
rebelde

Slang Meanings

rebel or troublemaker
He's acting rebellious, won't listen to anything you say.
Parang pagsusuwail siya, hindi makikinig kahit anong sabihin mo.
bad girl/bad boy
You'd think she's a troublemaker, but it's fun to be with her.
Akala mo isang pagsusuwail, pero ang saya-saya naman kapag kasama.
brash or cocky
His rebelliousness makes it seem like he's always full of bravado in what he says.
Ang pagsusuwail niya, parang lagi siyang may angas sa mga sinabi niya.