Gramatika (en. Grammar)

/ɡraˈmatika/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A system of rules that governs the way sentences are formed.
Grammar is important for the correct understanding of a language.
Mahalaga ang gramatika sa tamang pag-unawa ng wika.
The study of the structure of words and sentences.
We should study grammar to improve our writing.
Dapat tayong mag-aral ng gramatika upang mapabuti ang ating pagsulat.
A field of linguistics focused on the rules of a language.
Grammar is part of the subject of linguistics.
Ang gramatika ay bahagi ng asignaturang linggwistika.

Etymology

From Greek 'grammatike', meaning 'the art of writing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Correct grammar
Adhering to the rules of a language in writing or speaking.
Tamang gramatika
Grammatical sentence
A sentence that follows grammar rules.
Gramatikang pangungusap

Related Words

linguistics
The science that studies language and its structure.
linggwistika
grammar rules
A part of grammar describing the rules that must be followed in a language.
balarila

Slang Meanings

Correct or formal way of speaking
You need to fix your grammar so that what you're saying is more understandable.
Dapat ayusin ang gramatika mo para mas maintindihan ang sinasabi mo.
Bureaucratic conversation
You need good grammar for business proposals.
Kailangan mo ng mabuting gramatika para sa mga business proposal.
Unique or elevated level of language
His grammar is like a professor's, so high-level.
Ang gramatika niya, parang profesor, sobrang taas.