liga
líga with stress marks
league; coalition
Usage Note
Liga is a Spanish loanword used for both sports leagues and political coalitions. In sports, liga commonly refers to organized basketball, volleyball, or football competitions; in politics, it denotes a formal alliance or federation of groups.
Examples
" Kampeon ang koponan sa liga. "
Natural Translation
The team is the champion of the league.
Literal Translation
Champion the team in league.
" Sali tayo sa liga. "
Natural Translation
Let's join the league.
Literal Translation
Join we in league.
" Bumuo ng isang liga ang mga maliliit na partido upang mas lumakas ang kanilang boses sa eleksyon. "
Natural Translation
The small parties formed a coalition so their voice would be stronger in the election.
Literal Translation
Formed of a coalition the small parties so more strengthen the their voice in election.
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