Prehuwisyo (en. Prejudice)

pre-hu-wis-yo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An unfair opinion or belief about a person or group.
His prejudice against other races is unreasonable.
Ang kanyang prehuwisyo laban sa ibang lahi ay hindi makatwiran.
A mindset that involves negative judgment before knowing a person or situation.
Because of his prejudice, he ignored them even though their intentions were good.
Dahil sa kanyang prehuwisyo, hindi niya sila pinansin kahit na maganda ang kanilang hangarin.
Often causes misunderstandings and conflicts in society.
Prejudice causes many conflicts in our community.
Ang prehuwisyo ay nagiging sanhi ng maraming hidwaan sa ating komunidad.

Etymology

derived from the Spanish word 'prejuicio'

Common Phrases and Expressions

having prejudice
the presence of unfair opinions or beliefs
may prehuwisyo
removal of prejudice
the process of understanding and accepting others
pag-aalis ng prehuwisyo

Related Words

discrimination
Unjust treatment of a person based on their characteristics.
diskriminasyon
stereotype
A simplified image or idea unfairly attributed to a person or group.
stereotype

Slang Meanings

An obstacle or hindrance to plans
The rain is an obstacle to our picnic.
Ang pag-ulan ay isang prehuwisyo sa aming picnic.
Living with problems
He is always a hassle because of his debts.
Lagi siyang prehuwisyo dahil sa kanyang mga utang.
Annoying or a bother
Could you please not be a bother while I'm studying?
Puwede bang huwag ka munang maging prehuwisyo habang nag-aaral ako?