Idiskribe (en. Describe)

ee-dis-kree-be

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to depict the characteristics or content of something.
We need to describe the causes of environmental degradation.
Kailangan nating idiskribe ang mga sanhi ng pagkasira ng kalikasan.
Providing details or description about a person, object, or situation.
In her report, she described the findings of the experiment.
Sa kanyang ulat, idiniskribe niya ang mga natuklasan sa eksperimento.
Using words to illustrate an idea or image.
It's hard to describe the beauty of the scenery with words alone.
Mahirap idiskribe ang ganda ng tanawin sa mga salita lamang.

Etymology

From the English word 'describe' which means to portray.

Common Phrases and Expressions

describe the experience
to narrate the experiences.
idiskribe ang karanasan
describe the situation
to portray the current condition.
idiskribe ang sitwasyon

Related Words

description
The word or sentence used to describe a person, object, or idea.
deskripsyon
detail
A part of information that provides more insight or description.
detalye

Slang Meanings

to describe, kind of like 'to describe' but cooler
Just describe what you want to do in life, it's chill!
Idiskribe mo na lang yung gusto mong gawin sa buhay, chill lang!
to give a detailed story or information
Can you describe the movie you watched? It looks awesome!
Idiskribe mo nga yung napanood mong pelikula, mukhang astig!
to explain or convey an idea
Describe to sis what happened last night.
Idiskribe mo kay ate kung anong nangyari kagabi.