Against in Tagalog

“Against” in Tagalog can be translated as “laban,” “salungat,” or “kontra” – expressing opposition, resistance, or contrary position to something or someone. Mastering this versatile preposition will enhance your ability to express disagreement and contrast in Filipino.

[Words] = Against

[Definition]:

• Against /əˈɡenst/
• Preposition 1: In opposition to; contrary to.
• Preposition 2: In contact with or supported by.
• Preposition 3: In anticipation of or preparation for.

[Synonyms] = Laban, Salungat, Kontra, Tutol, Taliwas, Versus, Labag

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Many citizens protested against the new government policy.
• Ex1_PH: Maraming mamamayan ang nagprotesta laban sa bagong patakaran ng gobyerno.
• Ex2_EN: She leaned against the wall while waiting for her friend.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay sumandal sa pader habang naghihintay sa kanyang kaibigan.
• Ex3_EN: The team won their match against the defending champions.
• Ex3_PH: Ang koponan ay nanalo sa kanilang laban kontra sa defending champions.
• Ex4_EN: Swimming against the current requires a lot of strength and determination.
• Ex4_PH: Ang paglangoy laban sa agos ay nangangailangan ng maraming lakas at determinasyon.
• Ex5_EN: His actions were against everything he believed in.
• Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang mga aksyon ay salungat sa lahat ng kanyang pinaniniwalaan.