Prevent in Tagalog

“Prevent” in Tagalog can be translated as “pigilan,” “iwasan,” or “hadlangan” depending on the context. These words convey the idea of stopping something from happening or keeping something from occurring. Learn more about the different uses and meanings of “prevent” in Tagalog below.

[Words] = Prevent

[Definition]:

• Prevent /prɪˈvɛnt/
• Verb 1: To keep something from happening or arising; to stop or hinder.
• Verb 2: To make it impossible for someone to do something.
• Verb 3: To keep someone from doing something; to impede or obstruct.

[Synonyms] = Pigilan, Iwasan, Hadlangan, Harangin, Labanan, Sagkain, Pumalag

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Regular exercise can help prevent heart disease and other health problems.
• Ex1_PH: Ang regular na ehersisyo ay makakatulong na maiwasan ang sakit sa puso at iba pang problema sa kalusugan.
• Ex2_EN: We need to prevent the spread of misinformation on social media.
• Ex2_PH: Kailangan nating pigilan ang pagkalat ng maling impormasyon sa social media.
• Ex3_EN: The security guard tried to prevent unauthorized people from entering the building.
• Ex3_PH: Sinubukan ng guwardiya na hadlangan ang mga walang pahintulot na tao na pumasok sa gusali.
• Ex4_EN: Wearing a mask can prevent the transmission of viruses.
• Ex4_PH: Ang pagsusuot ng maskara ay maaaring makapigil sa pagkalat ng mga virus.
• Ex5_EN: The rain didn’t prevent us from enjoying our outdoor picnic.
• Ex5_PH: Ang ulan ay hindi pumigil sa amin na mag-enjoy sa aming outdoor picnic.