From root: gulo
Usage Note
Kaguluhan refers to a state of disorder or a public disturbance. It is often used in news reports to describe riots or social unrest.
Examples
" Maraming kaguluhan sa lansangan. "
Natural Translation
There is a lot of chaos on the street.
Literal Translation
Much chaos on street.
" Nagdulot ng kaguluhan ang balita. "
Natural Translation
The news caused chaos.
Literal Translation
Caused of chaos the news.
" Nagsimula ang kaguluhan nang magkagulo ang mga tao matapos ipahayag na walang pasok bukas. "
Natural Translation
The chaos began when people went into an uproar after it was announced that there would be no classes tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Started the chaos when got-disordered the people after announced that no class tomorrow.
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