Alegoriya (en. Allegory)

a-le-go-ri-ya

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A form of literature where characters and events have symbolic meanings.
The allegory in 'The Alchemist' demonstrates lessons about self-improvement.
Ang alegoriya ng 'Alchemist' ay nagpapakita ng mga aral ukol sa pagpapabuti ng sarili.
A statement or story that contains a deeper meaning not explicitly stated.
The allegory in his story reflects his beliefs and ideology.
Ang alegoriya sa kanyang kwento ay nagpapakita ng kanyang mga paniniwala at ideolohiya.
Literature that depicts an idea through symbols.
He used allegory to express the challenges of life.
Gumamit siya ng alegoriya upang ipahayag ang mga hamon ng buhay.
Commonly used in poems or stories to conceal the message.
Allegory is an effective way to present sensitive issues.
Ang alegoriya ay isang epektibong paraan upang ipakita ang mga sensitibong isyu.

Etymology

From the Greek 'allegoria'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Allegory of life
A story or symbol that depicts experiences and challenges in life.
Alegoriya ng buhay
Use allegory
To express a message using symbolism.
Gamitin ang alegoriya

Related Words

symbol
An object or word that represents an idea or concept.
simbulo
metaphor
A statement that connects two things with different meanings.
metapora

Slang Meanings

A narrative that uses symbols or images.
The story 'The Alchemist' is an allegory about dreams and self-discovery.
Yung kwentong 'The Alchemist', alegoriya siya tungkol sa mga pangarap at pagtuklas sa sarili.
A way of expressing using symbols.
Many allegories can be found in Rizal's poems.
Maraming alegoriya ang makikita sa mga tula ni Rizal.
A colorful story with a deeper meaning.
The movie 'Inside Out' is an allegory of our emotions.
Yung pelikulang 'Inside Out', alegoriya siya ng mga emosyon natin.