Tunggalian (en. Conflict)

tung-gal-ian

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A situation where there is a difference or conflict between two people, groups, or ideas.
The conflict between nations leads to war.
Ang tunggalian sa pagitan ng mga bansa ay nagdudulot ng digmaan.
A state of struggle that can be personal or social.
The conflict in his mind caused intense stress.
Ang tunggalian sa kanyang isipan ay nagdulot ng matinding stress.
The process of fighting for power or influence.
There is a conflict of ideas in politics that needs to be discussed.
May tunggalian ng mga ideya sa pulitika na kailangan talakayin.

Etymology

The term 'tunggalian' originates from the word 'tunggal' meaning 'conflict' or 'struggle' and 'alian' meaning 'group' or 'union'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

conflict of interest
A situation where conflicting interests lead to a conflict.
tunggalian ng interes
family conflict
Conflicts or disputes that occur within a family.
tunggalian sa pamilya

Related Words

conflict
Refers to something related to struggle or conflict.
tunggal
dispute
Relationships fall apart due to conflict or feud.
dipat

Slang Meanings

Simultaneous fight or dispute (conflict or duel)
The conflict of different ideas caused a lot of arguments in class.
Ang tunggalian ng mga magkakaibang ideya ay nagdulot ng maraming argumento sa klase.
War or battle
There is conflict between countries over natural resources.
May tunggalian sa mga bansa dahil sa likas na yaman.
Battle of opinions
There is always a conflict in discussions about politics.
Laging may tunggalian sa mga usapin tungkol sa politika.