Tanggulan (en. Defense)

taŋˈɡulan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object or action that protects or defends against danger or attack.
The defense is important during wartime.
Ang tanggulan ay mahalaga sa panahon ng digmaan.
Protection provided by people or objects.
His body is his defense against enemies.
Ang kanyang katawan ang kanyang tanggulan laban sa mga kaaway.
A system or strategy for defense.
They planned a strong defense for the fight.
Nagplano sila ng isang matibay na tanggulan para sa laban.

Etymology

Root word: tanggul

Common Phrases and Expressions

defense in battle
A protection or strategy used in fighting.
tanggulan sa laban
defense of the community
The methods or aspects that protect a community.
tanggulan ng bayan

Related Words

barrier
A structure used to prevent or control the flow of water or people.
tanggul
defense
An action or means created to defend something.
depensa

Slang Meanings

guard or lookout
Let's go to the lookout, so we won't be disturbed.
Dun tayo sa tanggulan, para hindi tayo maabala.
fixing or addressing issues
We need a solution for the problems on the street.
Kailangan natin ng tanggulan para sa mga problema sa kalye.
protection
The mountain's shelter provides security for the people here.
Ang tanggulan ng bundok ay nagbibigay ng seguridad sa mga tao rito.