Pumanig (en. To side with)

/puˈmanɪg/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To stand or support a side or opinion.
He sided with the protesters for their rights.
Pumanig siya sa mga nagprotesta para sa kanilang karapatan.
To provide support to a person or group amidst a conflict.
In times of conflict, he decided to side with his friend.
Sa panahon ng hidwaan, nagpasya siyang pumanig sa kanyang kaibigan.

Etymology

From the word 'panig' meaning 'side'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to side willingly
Did not hesitate to support immediately.
pumanig ng kusa

Related Words

side
Refers to a part or opinion in a discussion or argument.
panig

Slang Meanings

to support or join
Join us in this fight!
Pumanig ka sa amin sa laban na ito!
to make friends or socialize
Why didn't you join the group? You could have enjoyed!
Bakit di ka pumanig sa grupo, mag-enjoy ka sana!
to help or provide assistance
The people in the community helped the victims of the typhoon.
Ang mga tao sa barangay ay pumanig para sa mga biktima ng bagyo.