Barok (en. Baroque)

ba-rok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a style of art that is full of detail and decoration.
The baroque churches are known for their intricate designs.
Ang mga barok na simbahan ay kilala sa kanilang mga masalimuot na disenyo.
Indicates excess or lack of standards; inappropriate.
His writing is baroque and difficult to understand.
Ang kanyang pagsulat ay barok at mahirap intidihin.

Etymology

Spanish, derived from the word baroque

Common Phrases and Expressions

baroque style
A style full of excessive detail and decoration.
barok na estilo

Related Words

art
The creative and literary field that contains examples of baroque style.
sining
architecture
The art of creating buildings and structures that use baroque design.
arkitektura

Slang Meanings

Not good or poor in delivery
He was barok in the presentation, so no one understood him.
Nag-barok siya sa presentation, kaya hindi siya naintindihan ng lahat.
A person who doesn't care about grammar or proper speech
My friend seems barok, but he knows a lot.
Parang barok yung kaibigan ko, pero ang dami namang alam.
Referring to incorrect speech or utterances
Because of his barok, many people were disappointed.
Dahil sa barok niya, maraming tao ang nadismaya.