Pasanggalang (en. Defense)

/pa.saŋ.ga.laŋ/

Slang Meanings

Hiding or avoiding a problem
Don't be evasive, just face the issue.
Wag kang pasanggalang, harapin mo na lang yung isyu.
Lying or avoiding the truth
Why are you being evasive? Just tell the truth.
Bakit ka pasanggalang? Sabihin mo na lang ang totoo.
Making excuses to avoid something
He's always finding ways to avoid chores.
Lagi na lang siyang pasanggalang sa mga gawain.