Also means
Hámon can be confused with hamón (stress on second syllable), which means ham.
Usage Note
Hámon means a challenge issued to someone — a dare, a competitive call, or a difficult task. It is used in competitive sports, debates, and personal confrontations. The stress on the first syllable distinguishes it from hamón (ham).
Examples
" Tinanggap ko ang hámon mo. "
Natural Translation
I accepted your challenge.
Literal Translation
Accepted I the challenge your.
" Ito ay isang malaking hámon. "
Natural Translation
This is a big challenge.
Literal Translation
This is a big challenge.
" Bagaman alam niyang mahirap ang hámon ng kalaban, hindi siya umatras at buong tapang na hinarap ang labanan. "
Natural Translation
Although he knew the opponent's challenge was difficult, he didn't back down and faced the fight with full courage.
Literal Translation
Although knew he difficult the challenge of-the opponent, not he backed-out and full courage faced the fight.
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