katálo
adversary in a debate or conflict
From root: talo
Usage Note
Katálo refers to the opposing party in a competition, argument, or conflict — an adversary or rival. It is commonly used in academic debate competitions (debate is popular in Philippine schools) and in legal or political contexts. The accent distinguishes it from kataló (catalogue).
Examples
" Matalino ang aking katalo. "
Natural Translation
My opponent is smart.
Literal Translation
Smart the my adversary.
" Mahirap talunin ang kanyang katálo sa debate. "
Natural Translation
His/Her opponent in the debate was difficult to defeat.
Literal Translation
Difficult to-defeat the his/her adversary in-the debate.
" Kahit malakas ang aking katalo sa debate, hindi ako sumuko at ipinaglaban ko ang aking paninindigan. "
Natural Translation
Even though my opponent in the debate was formidable, I did not give up and I defended my position.
Literal Translation
Even strong the my adversary in-the debate, not I gave-up and defended I the my stand.
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