From root: talo
Usage Note
Pagtatalo is used when referring to a verbal disagreement or a formal debate between parties.
Examples
" Ayoko ng pagtatalo. "
Natural Translation
I don't like arguing.
Literal Translation
Don't-like I of argument.
" Tapos na ang pagtatalo namin. "
Natural Translation
Our argument is over.
Literal Translation
Finished already the argument our.
" Nagkaroon ng matinding pagtatalo ang magkapatid tungkol sa kung sino ang mag-aalaga sa kanilang magulang. "
Natural Translation
The siblings had an intense argument about who would take care of their parents.
Literal Translation
Had of intense argument the siblings about who the will-care for their parent.
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