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Tanggol (en. Defend)

taŋ-gol

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The action of defending.

His defense inspired others.

Ang kanyang tanggol ay nagbigay-inspirasyon sa iba.

A method or system of protection.

The defense of the country against invaders is important.

Ang tanggol ng bansa laban sa mga mananakop ay mahalaga.

verb

To perform an action to protect a person or object from danger.

We must stand up and defend our rights.

Dapat tayong tumindig at tanggol ang ating mga karapatan.

To defend a belief or idea.

His arguments fiercely defended his viewpoint.

Ang kanyang mga argumento ay mahigpit na nagtanggol sa kanyang pananaw.

To take steps to ensure safety.

We need to defend ourselves from outside dangers.

Kailangan nating tanggolan ang ating sarili mula sa mga panganib ng labas.

Etymology

Hinango mula sa salitang 'tanggol' na nangangahulugang 'pagtatanggol' o 'protection' sa Tagalog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

defend oneself

to defend one's interests or safety

tanggol ang sarili

defense of the nation

supporting or defending the nation or community

tanggol ng bayan

Related Words

defense

The process of providing protection or support to a person or group.

pagtatanggol

safeguarding

The act of protecting a person or object against danger.

safeguarding

Slang Meanings

rescue

Hurry, we need a rescue in this fight!

Dali, kailangan natin ng tanggol sa laban na ito!

guard

Alright, I'll just be the guard of our business!

Sige, ako na lang ang tanggol sa negosyo natin!

to protect

We need to protect them from external threats.

Kailangan natin silang tanggol sa mga banta mula sa labas.

defense

How can you help him with his defense?

Paano mo siya matutulungan sa kanyang tanggol?