katunggali
katunggáli with stress marks
adversary, opponent
From root: tunggali
Usage Note
Katunggali refers to a rival, opponent, or adversary in a competition, conflict, or debate. It is more formal than 'kalaban' (enemy) and often implies a structured opposition, such as in sports, politics, or legal settings.
Examples
" Malakas ang katunggali namin. "
Natural Translation
Our opponent is strong.
Literal Translation
Strong the opponent our.
" Ang kanyang katunggali sa halalan ay isang kilalang abogado. "
Natural Translation
His/Her opponent in the election is a well-known lawyer.
Literal Translation
The his/her adversary in-the election is a known lawyer.
" Bagaman matindi ang labanan, niyakap pa rin ng manlalaro ang kanyang katunggali matapos ang huling laro. "
Natural Translation
Although the match was intense, the player still embraced his opponent after the final game.
Literal Translation
Although intense the fight, embraced still by-the player the his opponent after the last game.
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