Threat in Tagalog

“Threat” in Tagalog translates to “banta” or “pagbabanta”, referring to a declaration of intent to cause harm or danger. Understanding the nuances of this term helps you express warnings, dangers, and intimidation more accurately in Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Threat

[Definition]:

• Threat /θret/
• Noun 1: A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone.
• Noun 2: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
• Verb: To express one’s intention to harm or punish someone.

[Synonyms] = Banta, Pagbabanta, Panganib, Pag-aakit ng panganib, Babala, Pangamba

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The terrorist group made a threat against the government officials.
• Ex1_PH: Ang grupong terorista ay gumawa ng banta laban sa mga opisyal ng gobyerno.
• Ex2_EN: Climate change poses a serious threat to coastal communities.
• Ex2_PH: Ang pagbabago ng klima ay nagdudulot ng malubhang panganib sa mga pamayanan sa baybayin.
• Ex3_EN: He ignored the threat and continued with his investigation.
• Ex3_PH: Binalewala niya ang banta at nagpatuloy sa kanyang imbestigasyon.
• Ex4_EN: The company received a threat of legal action from its competitors.
• Ex4_PH: Ang kumpanya ay nakatanggap ng banta ng legal na aksyon mula sa mga kakompetensya.
• Ex5_EN: Deforestation is a major threat to wildlife habitats.
• Ex5_PH: Ang pagkawasak ng kagubatan ay isang malaking panganib sa mga tirahan ng mga hayop.