Salungat (en. Opposite)
sa-loo-ngat
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to something that is opposite or incompatible.
The opposite of hot is cold.
Ang salungat ng mainit ay malamig.
A translation of a trait or characteristic that is the opposite of another trait.
His opposite behavior caused chaos.
Ang kanyang salungat na pag-uugali ay nagdulot ng gulo.
Etymology
From the word 'salung' meaning to receive or collect.
Common Phrases and Expressions
opposing opinion
An opinion that disagrees with others.
salungat na opinyon
Related Words
catch
A word that means to receive or collect.
salung
Slang Meanings
To turn away or disagreement
My opinion is contrary to what you said.
Salungat ang opinyon ko sa sinabi mo.
A brawl or fight
They were really at odds in the game earlier.
Salungat na salungat na sila sa game kanina.
Opposition to an idea
What is your opposition to that idea?
Ano bang salungat mo sa ideyang 'yan?