Panliligalig (en. Harassment)

pan-li-li-ga-lig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of behavior that causes fear, anxiety, or disturbance to others.
Harassment is a serious issue that requires attention.
Ang panliligalig ay isang seryosong isyu na dapat pagtuunan ng pansin.
Any activity that causes stress or emotional distress to a person.
Harassment in the workplace should not be overlooked.
Hindi dapat palagpasin ang panliligalig sa lugar ng trabaho.
An act of interfering or pursuing someone that may harm their dignity.
Harassment threatens a person’s right to live peacefully.
Ang panliligalig ay nagbabanta sa karapatan ng isang tao na mamuhay ng tahimik.

Etymology

Root word: ligalig

Common Phrases and Expressions

stop harassment
this needs to be defended and advanced
pagtigil sa panliligalig
fight against harassment
be strong and fight for rights
lumaban sa panliligalig

Related Words

disturbance
A state of turmoil or anxiety.
ligalig
sabotage
Actions that harm the interests of others.
pananabotahe

Slang Meanings

bullying or hurting others
Don't harass me, you're already arrogant and now you're hurting me too!
Huwag mo akong panliligaligin, mayabang ka na nga, nananakit ka pa!
creating trouble or chaos
Why are you trying to cause trouble for me? What do you want to happen?
Bakit mo ako panliligaligin? Ano bang gusto mong mangyari?
disturbances or annoying actions
He’s over the top, he always talks in a bothersome way.
Grabe siya, lagi na lang panliligalig ang paraan niyang makipag-usap.