Ribalan (en. Rivalry)
ri-ba-lan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term referring to competition or conflict between individuals or groups with similar goals.
The rivalry between the two teams heated up throughout the season.
Ang ribalan sa pagitan ng dalawang koponan ay labis na nag-init sa buong season.
A comparison or struggle against each other to achieve a goal or reward.
There is intense rivalry among students studying the same course.
Mayroong matinding ribalan sa pagitan ng mga estudyanteng nag-aaral ng parehong kursong ito.
The state of interaction where two individuals or groups form opposing interactions.
The rivalry between countries can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts.
Ang ribalan ng mga bansa ay maaaring humantong sa hindi pagkakaunawaan at hidwaan.
Common Phrases and Expressions
meeting of rivals
Focusing on the contest of those seeking success.
pagsusumpungan ng mga katunggali
Related Words
rival
An individual or group that competes with another individual or group.
katunggali
competition
A systematic contest or battle where participants compete for a prize.
kompetisyon
Slang Meanings
Roasting or making fun of someone.
Their ribbing in the group chat is so funny!
Sobrang nakakatawa ng mga ribalan nila sa group chat!
Storytelling with subtle jabs or insults.
The ribbing continues among friends while having coffee.
Tuloy ang ribalan sa mga kaibigan habang nagkakape.
Jokes with emotional depth or backstory.
When we rib each other, there's always some emotional depth involved.
Kapag nag-ribalan kami, laging may hugot na kasama.