Panigkal (en. To side or lean towards)

pah-neeg-kahl

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of siding or choosing a side.
He sided with his friend on this matter.
Nagpanigkal siya sa kanyang kaibigan sa usaping ito.
Having a bias or leaning towards one side.
We must be careful and not side with the unjust.
Dapat tayong maging maingat at hindi magpanigkal sa wala.
Standing or showing support for one side.
Many sided with his campaign.
Marami ang nagpanigkal para sa kanyang kampanya.

Etymology

Derived from 'panig' and 'kal' which expresses an action or state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

side with the truth
standing or supporting the truth
panigkal sa katotohanan

Related Words

side
Refers to a part or sector in a discussion or argument.
panig
bias
The leaning towards a particular side.
kiling

Slang Meanings

A chill feeling or attitude.
Let's just be panigkal today, I just want to relax.
Pang-panigkal na lang tayo ngayon, parang gusto ko lang magpahinga.
No problems or stress.
It's all good, everything is panigkal.
Okay lang, panigkal naman ang lahat eh.
Feeling laid-back or relaxed.
Here at the beach, the vibe is really panigkal.
Dito sa beach, talagang pang-panigkal ang vibe.