Talibas (en. Marauder)

ta-li-bas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or group that rebels or seizes the property of others, often with ill intent.
The marauders instilled fear in the village residents.
Ang mga talibas ay naglagay ng takot sa mga residente ng nayon.
A term used to describe individuals who violate laws or act against regulations.
The actions of the marauders are unacceptable in society.
Hindi katanggap-tanggap ang pagkilos ng mga talibas sa lipunan.

Etymology

The word 'talibas' derives from the root 'libas' meaning 'to pass by' or 'to go through'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to become a marauder
to change or pretend to be evil or dangerous.
maging talibas

Related Words

raid
An act of assault or attack on a place or person.
salakay
theft
The process of taking someone else's property without permission.
pagnanakaw

Slang Meanings

Squad or group of friends.
Me and my talibas are going to the mall later.
Sama-sama kami ng mga talibas sa mall mamaya.
Cool or unique person.
Our crew's so talibas, they always have a new gimmick.
Sobrang talibas ng tropa namin, lagi siyang may bagong gimik.
Local person or native.
If you're a talibas here, you know all the ins and outs.
Kung talibas ka dito, alam mo na ang mga pasikot-sikot.