Tiranya (en. Tyranny)

/tiˈranya/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A form of government where one person or group has absolute power that is not recognized by law.

The tyranny of the dictator caused great fear among the citizens.

Ang tiranya ng diktador ay nagdulot ng matinding takot sa mga mamamayan.

Rule where citizens have no freedom and rights.

We must fight against tyranny and uphold democracy.

Dapat labanan ang tiranya at ipaglaban ang demokrasya.

A government based on fear and oppression.

Tyranny has led to many rebellions throughout history.

Ang tiranya ay naging sanhi ng marami sa mga pag-aaklas sa kasaysayan.

from the Spanish word 'tirano'

fight against tyranny

take action against an oppressive or brutal government

labanan ang tiranya

dictator

A person with absolute power who uses fear to maintain their position.

diktador

democracy

A system of government where citizens have the right to vote and have a voice.

demokrasya

bossy or oppressive

Our new boss is so tyrannical, she gives everyone impossible deadlines.

Yung bagong boss namin, sobrang tiranya, lahat pinapangakuhan ng deadline na di kayang tapusin.

influential or powerful

His tyranny in the company makes it seem like he has all the power.

Yung tiranya niya sa kumpanya, parang siya na lahat ang may kapangyarihan.

intense or fierce

Wow, she’s really a tyrant out there; no one can beat her skills.

Grabe, siya na talaga ang tiranya sa labas, walang tatalo sa galing niya.