From root: dilaw
Usage Note
Dilawan is a term for supporters of the Aquino family or the Liberal Party, frequently used in contemporary political discourse.
Examples
" Dilawan ang tatay niya. "
Natural Translation
His/Her father is a yellow supporter.
Literal Translation
Yellow-supporter the father his/her.
" Siya ay isang kilalang dilawan sa pulitika. "
Natural Translation
He is a well-known yellow supporter in politics.
Literal Translation
He is a known yellow-supporter in politics.
" Bagaman itinuturing siyang dilawan ng marami, sinasabi niyang sinusuportahan lamang niya ang tama, anuman ang partido. "
Natural Translation
Although many consider him a yellow supporter, he says he only backs what is right, regardless of the party.
Literal Translation
Although considered him yellow-supporter by-many, says he supports only he the right, whatever the party.
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