From root: baga
Usage Note
Kabagang is a somewhat formal or literary synonym for kaibigan (friend), emphasizing solidarity or alliance rather than personal intimacy. It is used in political and community contexts to denote trusted allies or fellow advocates, appearing more in speeches and essays than in casual daily speech.
Examples
" Kabagang ko siya sa kilusan. "
Natural Translation
He is my ally in the movement.
Literal Translation
Ally my he in movement.
" Ang aming mga kabagang sa probinsya ay laging handang tumulong. "
Natural Translation
Our allies in the province are always ready to help.
Literal Translation
The our allies in-the province are always ready to-help.
" Sa bawat laban para sa karapatan ng mga magsasaka, palaging nakatabi ang kaniyang mga tapat na kabagang. "
Natural Translation
In every fight for the farmers' rights, his loyal allies were always at his side.
Literal Translation
In each fight for the rights of the farmers, always beside the his loyal allies.
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