Diyata (en. Therefore)

di-ya-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adverb
Indicates a reason or consequence of something.
Therefore, you need to study for the exam.
Diyata, kailangan mong mag-aral para sa pagsusulit.
Used to express the result of an event.
His decision was wrong; therefore, he suffered the consequences.
Mali ang kanyang desisyon; diyata, nagdusa siya sa mga konsekuwensya.

Etymology

The word 'diyata' originates from an archaic form of Tagalog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Therefore, we should be careful.
Means we need to be cautious in our actions.
Diyata, dapat tayong maging maingat.

Related Words

thus
A word that connects reasons and effects.
samakatuwid

Slang Meanings

Cool!
WOW! The party was fun earlier!
DIYATA! Ang saya ng party kanina!
Right on!
WOW! What you said was spot on!
DIYATA! Saktong-sakto ang mga sinabi mo!
Awesome!
WOW! My new cellphone is beautiful!
DIYATA! Ang ganda ng bagong cellphone ko!