Pagtunggalian (en. Conflict)

/pagtunɡalian/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A situation where there are conflicting opinions or interests.
The conflict in their ideas caused misunderstanding.
Ang pagtunggalian sa kanilang mga ideya ay nagdulot ng hindi pagkakaintindihan.
The process of fighting or debating among parties or groups.
The conflict between the two countries escalated to war.
Ang pagtunggalian sa pagitan ng dalawang bansa ay umabot sa digmaan.
A form of discord that results in division among people.
The conflict in the community causes discord in their relationships.
Ang pagtunggalian sa komunidad ay nagdudulot ng hidwaan sa kanilang relasyon.

Etymology

Combination of the word 'tunggalian' which means 'conflict' or 'dispute' and the preposition 'pag-'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

conflict of ideas
Conflict of ideas or opinions.
pagtunggalian ng ideya
conflict in the environment
Conflict in the environment or community.
pagtunggalian sa paligid

Related Words

tunggalian
The root word inspiring 'pagtunggalian', it refers to actual fighting or discord.
tunggalian
paghihirap
A state of distress and trial often resulting from conflict.
paghihirap

Slang Meanings

battle or conflict
I just don't want to get involved in their conflict; I might get angry.
Ayaw na lang makialam sa kanilang pagtunggalian, baka ako ang magalit.
mess or dispute
There’s a big mess in the barangay due to their dispute.
Malaki ang gulo sa barangay dahil sa kanilang pagtunggalian.
tangled situation
I don't know how to fix the conflict between them; there are so many complications.
Hindi ko na alam kung paano aayusin ang pagtunggalian sa kanila, ang dami nang komplikasyon.