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violence in Tagalog

karahasan

/ˈvaɪ(ə)lən(t)s/

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obsolete/ˈvaɪ.(ə)ˌlɛns/

violence in Tagalog: karahasan, dahas. In English, violence means extreme force.

Tagalog words for violence

extreme force
karahasan, dahas
action intended to cause destruction, pain or suffering
karahasan

English meaning of violence

  1. noun Extreme force.
  2. noun Physical action which causes destruction, harm, pain, or suffering.
  3. noun Widespread fighting.
  4. noun A perceived injustice, especially in the context of social justice.

Full definition of violence

violence in a sentence

  • The violence of the storm, fortunately, was more awesome than destructive.
  • We try to avoid violence in resolving conflicts.
  • Violence between the government and the rebels continues.

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Questions about violence in Tagalog

What is the meaning of violence in Tagalog?
Violence in Tagalog is karahasan, dahas.
Ano ang violence sa Tagalog?
Violence: karahasan, dahas.
What does violence mean in English?
Violence means extreme force.

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