Dalawit (en. Tune)

/da.la.wit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of song with an indirect theme or message, usually used in traditional music.

The 'dalawit' is often heard during weddings in our town.

Ang 'dalawit' ay madalas na naririnig tuwing kasal sa aming bayan.

verb

The act of singing or playing a tune.

He started to sing a traditional tune in front of the guests.

Nagsimula siyang dalawitin ang isang tradisyonal na awit sa harap ng mga bisita.

gathering of tunes

Gathering of people to prepare and hold singing or playing.

pagsasamang dalawit

song

A form of art that uses sound and words to express emotion or message.

awit

music

The art of creating sound in an organized manner.

musika

Going back and forth (frequent visits)

My visits to my friend's house feel like I'm always here.

Ang dalawit ko sa bahay ng kaibigan ko ay parang lagi na akong nandito.

Checking in (to see what's new)

Once in a while, I stop by the store to check if there's anything new.

Paminsan-minsan, dalawit ako sa tindahan para tignan kung may bago.

To drop by (for a quick visit)

I dropped by my classmate's place to pass the project.

Nag-dalawit ako sa kaklase ko para ipasa ang project.