Struggle in Tagalog

“Struggle” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “pakikibaka” or “pagsisikap”, depending on the context. Whether referring to a physical fight, mental challenge, or effort to overcome difficulties, Tagalog offers rich vocabulary to express these concepts. Discover the nuances and variations below!

[Words] = Struggle

[Definition]:

• Struggle /ˈstrʌɡəl/
• Noun 1: A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack.
• Noun 2: A very difficult task or challenge that requires great effort.
• Verb 1: To make forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction.
• Verb 2: To have difficulty handling or coping with something.

[Synonyms] = Pakikibaka, Pagsisikap, Pagpupunyagi, Pakikipaglaban, Hirap, Pagtitiis, Pagsusumakit

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Many families struggle to pay their bills every month due to rising costs.
• Ex1_PH: Maraming pamilya ang nahihirapan magbayad ng kanilang mga bills buwanan dahil sa pagtaas ng gastos.
• Ex2_EN: She had to struggle through the dense crowd to reach the exit.
• Ex2_PH: Kailangan niyang makipagsikap sa siksikang tao para makarating sa labasan.
• Ex3_EN: The workers’ struggle for better wages lasted several months.
• Ex3_PH: Ang pakikibaka ng mga manggagawa para sa mas mataas na sahod ay tumagal ng ilang buwan.
• Ex4_EN: He continues to struggle with learning the new software system.
• Ex4_PH: Patuloy siyang nahihirapan sa pag-aaral ng bagong software system.
• Ex5_EN: The country’s struggle for independence inspired many neighboring nations.
• Ex5_PH: Ang pakikibaka ng bansa para sa kalayaan ay naging inspirasyon sa maraming kalapit-bansang bayan.