Biograpya (en. Biography)

/bjoˈɡɾap.ja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A written work that describes a person's life, often based on true details.

The biography of Jose Rizal is filled with important events in his life.

Ang biograpya ni Jose Rizal ay puno ng mga mahahalagang kaganapan sa kanyang buhay.

A literary work that describes the development, experiences, and contributions of a person to society.

His biography shed light on his achievements in the field of art.

Ang kanyang biograpya ay nagbigay liwanag sa kanyang mga nagawa sa larangan ng sining.

A detailed account of the main events and opinions of an individual.

The biography of this artist contains various critical analyses of his works.

Ang biograpya ng artist na ito ay naglalaman ng iba't ibang kritikal na pagsusuri ng kanyang mga obra.

Tagalog derived from the word 'bio' meaning life and 'graphia' meaning writing.

literary biography

A biography focused on the literary aspects of a person.

biograpyang pampanitikan

official biography

A biography prepared through official recognition of a person.

opisyal na biograpya

autobiography

A biography written by the person being discussed.

autobiograpya

life story

Similar to biography, but often shorter and may focus more on key events.

talambuhay

Story of life

He said, 'Wow, he already has a biography on Facebook!'

Sabi niya, 'Aba, may biograpya na pala siya sa Facebook!'

News about life

He posted his biography, like news about his life.

Nagpost siya ng biograpya niya, parang balita sa buhay niya.

Personal story

His biography is full of personal stories.

Ang biograpya niya ay puno ng mga personal na kwento.