Usage Note
Depeksiyon, borrowed from English 'defection', refers to the act of abandoning one's allegiance to a party, country, or organization. It appears often in Philippine political journalism, especially during election seasons when legislators or officials switch parties — a practice historically common in Philippine politics.
Examples
" Ikinagulat ng marami ang depeksiyon niya. "
Natural Translation
His defection surprised many.
Literal Translation
Surprised of-the many the defection his.
" Nagdulot ng gulat ang depeksiyon ng senador sa partido. "
Natural Translation
The senator's defection from the party caused surprise.
Literal Translation
Caused of-shock the defection of-the senator from-the party.
" Bago pa man ang halalan, naghudyat na ng pagkakahati sa partido ang depeksiyon ng ilang mataas na opisyal patungo sa kalaban. "
Natural Translation
Even before the election, the defection of several high officials to the opposition signaled a split in the party.
Literal Translation
Before even the election, signaled already of split in-the party the defection of several high that officials toward to opponent.
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