Filipino Word of the Day
laban
/LA-ban/ • verb — 7th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: to fight or to struggle
Examples
- Kailangan nating laban ang kawalang-kasiyahan.
(We need to fight against dissatisfaction.) - Sila ay naglalaban para sa kanilang karapatan.
(They are fighting for their rights.) - Huwag kang sumuko sa laban mo.
(Don't give up on your fight.)
Synonyms
- sagupaan
- halos-dahil
The word is commonly used when referring to fighting in various contexts, such as sports, social issues, or personal struggles.
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