Lalis

to dispute; to argue; disputeverb / noun

Alternative meanings

to dispute
to argue
to contend verbally
to have a disagreement
to debate an idea
argument or dispute

Pronunciation

LAH-lis

Root and affixes

Cebuano root for arguing, disputing, or debating. Panaglalis can refer to a dispute or argument between sides.

Variants or conjugations

lalis = to dispute / argue / argument
lalísun = to dispute or argue about something
gilalísan = was argued over or disputed
panaglalis = dispute / argument
lantugi = more formal debate or dispute
diskutir = to discuss, borrowed form

Related words and expressions

panagbangi = conflict / clash
away = fight
lantugi = debate
diskusyon = discussion
argumento = argument
sukwahi = opposite / contrary
kompetisyon = competition

Meaning and usage notes

Use lalis when disputar means to argue, debate, or have a disagreement. For a broader conflict between groups or interests, panagbangi may be better. For disputing a match or competing for something, makigkompetensya, moduwa, or apil sa duwa may fit depending on context.