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    Sumalungat (en. To oppose)

    su-ma-lu-ngat

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of rejecting or opposing an idea, opinion, or action.
    He opposed the group's decision.
    Siya ay sumalungat sa desisyon ng grupo.
    To take steps to fight against or prevent something.
    He opposed the plans of his companions.
    Sumalungat siya sa mga plano ng kanyang mga kasama.
    To have a contrary viewpoint or argument from another person.
    He often opposes his teacher in class.
    Madalas siyang sumalungat sa kanyang guro sa klase.

    Etymology

    The word 'sumalungat' derives from the root word 'lungat' which means to oppose or cause conflict.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    oppose authority
    to resist or fight against the orders or decisions from those in power.
    sumalungat sa awtoridad

    Related Words

    opposition
    The action or process of opposing.
    pagsalungat
    resistance
    An act demonstrating opposition.
    tutol

    Slang Meanings

    against
    He contradicted what I said, so we ended up fighting.
    Sumalungat siya sa sinabi ko, kaya nag-away kami.
    to oppose
    He always refutes his teacher's ideas.
    Palagi siyang sumasalungat sa mga ideya ng teacher niya.
    to dissuade
    I tried to oppose his plan, but he didn't listen.
    Sinubukan kong sumalungat sa plano niya, pero hindi siya nakinig.