Sangkalanin (en. To refrain)

/saŋˈka.la.nin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action of avoiding something or forgetting in a context.

Refrain from eating sweets if you want to stay healthy.

Sangkalanin mo ang pagkain ng matatamis kung gusto mong maging malusog.

The process of limiting a particular activity or act.

Sometimes we need to refrain from unnecessary behaviors.

Minsan kailangan nating sangkalanin ang mga hindi kinakailangang pag-uugali.

refrain from anger

Avoid being angry or grumpy.

sangkalanin ang galit

refrain

Referred to as a refrain if it pertains to an act of avoiding or forgetting an action.

sangkala

Fight back or save oneself from a situation.

I need to tackle my problems at work before they worsen.

Kailangan kong sangkalanin ang mga problema ko sa trabaho bago pa ito lumala.

Avoid negative things or people.

Just steer clear of the toxic people around you.

Sangkalanin mo na lang yung mga toxic na tao sa paligid mo.

Protest or express feelings.

Speak up about what you feel to your parents, don't hide it.

Sangkalanin mo ang nararamdaman mo sa mga magulang mo, huwag kang magtago.