Salisihan (en. Substitution)

/saliˈsi.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A process where one thing is replaced or shared with another.

The substitution of ideas led to more effective solutions.

Ang salisihan ng mga ideya ay nagbigay-daan sa mas mabisang solusyon.

The act of inserting or pushing another thing into an allocated space.

In the substitution of products, there is a chance that the company will lose profit.

Sa salisihan ng mga produkto, may pagkakataong mawalan ng kita ang kumpanya.

from the word 'salisi' which means 'to exchange' or 'to insert'

information exchange

The sharing of details or knowledge among people.

salisihan ng impormasyon

exchange

A term referring to a person or thing that swaps or diverts attention.

salisi

to take advantage of

He can take advantage of his friend who is struggling.

Kaya niyang salisihan ang kaibigan niyang nahihirapan.

to join another group

Wow, they just join other groups behind the school.

Aba, salisihan lang ang mga barkadahan sa likod ng paaralan.

to flirt or be flirty

Don’t be too flirty with your crush, you might lose your chance.

Huwag ka masyadong salisihan kay crush, baka mawalan ka ng tsansa.