Sabwat (en. Conspiracy)
/sabˈwat/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A secret conversation or plan of people with malicious intent.
Some people have a plot against his reputation.
May sabwat ang ilang tao laban sa kanyang reputasyon.
Collaboration of people to achieve an unjust goal.
The conspiracy to steal secrets was caught by the police.
Ang sabwat upang magnakaw ng mga lihim ay nahuli ng mga pulis.
A plan or plot carried out by two or more people.
This conspiracy could cause significant harm to society.
Ang sabwat na ito ay maaaring magdulot ng malaking pinsala sa lipunan.
Etymology
Arabic word with the same meaning
Common Phrases and Expressions
co-conspirators
in agreement or planning to do something.
magkasabwat
conspiracy of evil
dark plot or assembly with malicious intent.
sabwat ng masama
Related Words
conspiracy
A more comprehensive plot usually with political motives or higher targets.
konspirasyon
rules
Standards that may be involved in conspiracies.
alituntunin
Slang Meanings
an agreement or conspiracy with bad intentions
I saw the kids; it seemed like they had a conspiracy going on. I don't know what their plan is.
Nakita ko na yung mga bata, parang may sabwat sila na gagawin, di ko alam kung anong balak.
to have something or a plan set in stone
Wow, it looks like they have something planned, so I'm expecting a surprise later!
Aba, parang may sabwat sila, kaya nag-expect ako na may surpresa mamaya!
to be arranged or scheduled
Alright, let's make an arrangement for the meeting later so it won't be chaotic.
Sige, sabwat na tayo sa meeting mamaya para di magkagulo.