Versus in Tagalog

Versus in Tagalog translates to laban sa, kontra, or simply versus, indicating opposition, competition, or comparison between two entities. Understanding this term helps Filipino learners express competitive scenarios, legal cases, sports matches, and comparative analysis in English-speaking environments.

[Words] = Versus

[Definition]:

• Versus /ˈvɜːrsəs/
• Preposition 1: Against; in competition or opposition with another person or team.
• Preposition 2: As compared to; in contrast with another option or alternative.
• Preposition 3: Used in legal contexts to denote parties in a lawsuit or court case.

[Synonyms] = Laban sa, Kontra, Kumpara sa, Versus, Laban, Salungat sa, Vs., Kontra sa, Talo sa

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The championship game will be Lakers versus Celtics this Friday night.
Ex1_PH: Ang championship game ay Lakers laban sa Celtics ngayong Biyernes ng gabi.

Ex2_EN: The court case of Smith versus Jones has been scheduled for next month.
Ex2_PH: Ang kaso sa korte ng Smith kontra Jones ay nakatakda na para sa susunod na buwan.

Ex3_EN: We need to consider the benefits of online learning versus traditional classroom education.
Ex3_PH: Kailangan nating isaalang-alang ang mga benepisyo ng online learning kumpara sa tradisyonal na edukasyon sa silid-aralan.

Ex4_EN: It’s quality versus quantity when choosing between these two products.
Ex4_PH: Ito ay kalidad laban sa dami kapag pumipili sa pagitan ng dalawang produktong ito.

Ex5_EN: The debate tonight is capitalism versus socialism in modern economies.
Ex5_PH: Ang debate ngayong gabi ay kapitalismo versus sosyalismo sa modernong ekonomiya.