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    Diyalekto (en. Dialect)

    /dijaˈlɛkto/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A particular form of a language spoken in a specific area or group.
    People in Mindanao use several dialects such as Cebuano and Hiligaynon.
    Ang mga tao sa Mindanao ay gumagamit ng maraming diyalekto tulad ng Cebuano at Hiligaynon.
    An important part of a community's or race's identity.
    The dialect serves as a symbol of their identity and culture.
    Ang diyalekto ay nagsisilbing simbolo ng kanilang pagkakakilanlan at kultura.
    The variety of a language based on region and culture.
    Many dialects exist in the Philippines due to cultural diversity.
    Maraming diyalekto ang umiiral sa Pilipinas dahil sa pagkakaiba-iba ng mga kultura rito.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Greek word 'dialektos', meaning 'speech' or 'language'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    town dialect
    A dialect or variation of a language typical of a particular place.
    diyalekto ng bayan

    Related Words

    speech
    The process of using language in communication.
    pagsasalita
    language
    A system of symbols and sounds used by people to communicate.
    wika

    Slang Meanings

    Like a tongue, refers to someone being very chatty or playful in speech, often in a flirty or sassy way.
    The people here are like tongues, they just talk a lot, and they're sassy too!
    Ang mga tao dito, parang dila-dila na lang, sassy pa!
    Refers to local or regional slang expressions found in various dialects.
    In dialects, we can learn more about Filipino slang!
    Sa mga diyalekto, mas marami tayong matutunan sa pinoy slang!
    Casual conversation typical in rural areas, often characterized by simplicity and charm.
    The kids here just use barrio talk, it's cool!
    Ang mga bata dito, puro barrio talk, astig!