radikal
radikál with stress marks
radical; associated with leftist groups
Usage Note
Radikal is borrowed from Spanish radical and in Philippine political discourse is strongly associated with left-wing activism and militant student or labor movements. It carries a charged connotation and is used both descriptively and as a label by critics of progressive groups.
Examples
" Radikal ang kanyang ideya. "
Natural Translation
His/her idea is radical.
Literal Translation
Radical the his/her idea.
" Itinuturing ng ilang tao na radikal ang kanyang mga paniniwalaan. "
Natural Translation
Some people consider his/her beliefs to be radical.
Literal Translation
Considered by-some people as radical the his/her plural beliefs.
" Itinatakwil ng marami ang mga radikal na grupo, ngunit ang iba ay naniniwalang kailangan ng malaking pagbabago sa lipunan. "
Natural Translation
Many reject the radical groups, but others believe that big change is needed in society.
Literal Translation
Being-rejected by-many the plural radical group, but the other believing needed of big change in society.
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