Salakasan (en. Assault)

/salaˈkasan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An action of attacking or assaulting.
The assault caused fear among the residents of the community.
Ang salakasan ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga residente ng barangay.
Violation of the peace of a person or group through violence.
The assault is against the laws of the country.
Ang salakasan ay labag sa batas ng bansa.
An attack with the intent to hurt or cause damage.
The assault in his dormitory resulted in many injuries.
Ang salakasan sa kanyang dormitoryo ay nagresulta sa maraming sugat.

Etymology

Root word in Tagalog 'salak', referring to an act of aggression or attack.

Common Phrases and Expressions

assault of courage
An attack driven by confidence or courage.
salakasan ng loob

Related Words

raid
An act of violent entry or attack.
salakay

Slang Meanings

Laughing or play-fighting among kids as a game or playful behavior.
At school, we always have salakasan to have fun.
Sa school, lagi kaming nagbibigay ng salakasan para masaya.
A street with more fun, higher energy.
When it’s salakasan, the sun is blazing and we all enjoy!
Pag salakasan na, tirik ang araw at lahat kami ay enjoy!