Puwersahan (en. Force)

/puˈwɛrsahɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Force is the use of power or strength to achieve a goal.
Using force is not good against innocent people.
Sa puwersahan ay hindi magandang gamitin ang lakas sa mga taong inosente.
Force can refer to a situation where control comes from fear or threat.
People under force are often afraid to speak up.
Ang mga tao sa ilalim ng puwersahan ay madalas na natatakot na magsalita.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'puwersa' meaning proof of strength or influence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

forceful coercion
Using force to compel a person to do something.
puwersahang pumipilit

Related Words

force
A term referring to the strength or power that comes from a person or group.
puwersa

Slang Meanings

Forcing or exploiting a person or situation.
Wow, what happened to them was really forced; Jojo had no choice but to go along.
Grabe, puwersahan na ang nangyari sa kanila; wala talagang choice si Jojo kundi sumama.
Aggressive attempt to achieve something.
I forced my friends to come to the concert.
Puwersahan kong pinilit ang mga kaibigan ko na sumama sa concert.