Diksyon (en. Diction)

/diksj-on/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The manner of speaking or expression that highlights style and tone.

His diction is full of skill and confidence.

Ang kanyang diksyon ay puno ng kasanayan at tiwala.

The selection and arrangement of words in literature or speech.

The poet's diction is filled with artistic words.

Ang diksyon ng makata ay puno ng masining na mga salita.

The quality of voice in a person's speech.

He should focus on his diction to improve his presentation.

Dapat niyang pagtuunan ng pansin ang kanyang diksyon upang mas maayos ang kanyang presentasyon.

from the Greek word 'lexis' meaning 'word'

good diction

a high level of skill in speaking

mahusay na diksyon

speech

This refers to the art of speaking or conveying messages.

pananalita

intonation

This refers to the emphasis and tone in speaking that is important for conveying meaning.

intonasyon

words or vocabulary

It seems like your diction is tough, bro! You really need to study.

Parang ang hirap ng diksyon mo, bro! Kailangan mo talagang mag-aral.

crazy or too loud

Hold on, what kind of diction is that? So noisy!

Teka, anong diksyon ba 'yan? Sobrang ingay!

speech that is hard to understand

It's like I can't get your diction, so confusing!

Parang hindi ko na gets yung diksyon mo, sobrang saya!