Batikan (en. Expert in traditional crafts or trades)

/bɑtɪkɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who has a high level of skill in a particular field, usually related to art or industry.
He is an expert in making wooden carvings.
Siya ay isang batikan sa paggawa ng mga kahoy na ukit.
A contributor in the field of art or creation.
The experts in this field inspire aspiring artists.
Ang mga batikan sa larangang ito ay nagbibigay inspirasyon sa mga baguhang artista.

Etymology

from the word 'batik', which is an art of sculpting or printing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

expert artist
a person highly skilled in the arts
batikang alagad ng sining
seasoned worker
someone with exceptional skills in a job
batikang manggagawa

Related Words

batik
A traditional art of sculpting and printing popular in Indonesia.
batik
carver
A person who carves or uses sharp instruments to create designs on material.
mang-uukit

Slang Meanings

Expert or pro, especially in a specific field.
He is an expert in the field of music, that's why he was chosen to lead the project.
Siya ang batikan sa larangan ng musika, kaya siya ang pinili na manguna sa proyekto.
Veteran or seasoned individual.
As a seasoned player, he has contributed a lot to the team.
Bilang isang batikan na manlalaro, marami siyang naiambag sa koponan.
Someone who has a lot of experience.
Because of his years in the industry, he is considered an expert in his profession.
Dahil sa kanyang mga taon sa industriya, itinuturing siyang batikan sa kanyang propesyon.