Tagasanggalang (en. Defender)

/taɡasɑŋɡalang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person whose role is to provide protection or defense.
He is the defender of our life's purpose.
Siya ang tagasanggalang ng aming layunin sa buhay.
An individual who serves as a guard or protector.
We need a defender for our interests.
Kailangan natin ng tagasanggalang sa ating mga interes.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'sanggalang' which means protection or defense.

Common Phrases and Expressions

defender of the nation
A person or group that fights for the welfare of the country.
tagasanggalang ng bayan

Related Words

protection
Expresses the idea of protection or defense.
sanggalang

Slang Meanings

Heroic action
What Kuya did for the kids is really heroic.
Ang ginawa ni Kuya para sa mga bata ay talagang tagasanggalang.
Helping others
He is the helper of those in need in the village.
Siya ang tagasanggalang ng mga nangangailangan sa barangay.
Protector
Sister is always there to be my protector in trouble.
Laging nandiyan si Ate para maging tagasanggalang ko sa problema.