Istatwa (en. Statue)

/isˈtaw.a/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A carved form of a person, animal, or thing usually made of stone, wood, or metal.
There is a large statue of the hero in the plaza.
May isang malaking istatwa ng bayani sa plaza.
An object used as a symbol or remembrance of a person or event.
The statue was erected in commemoration of his achievements.
Ang istatwa ay ipinagawa bilang paggunita sa kanyang mga nagawa.
A form of art that displays skill or beauty.
The statue is a masterpiece of art.
Ang istatwa ay isang obra maestra ng sining.

Etymology

Pure Tagalog, derived from the 8th of foreign languages.

Common Phrases and Expressions

statue-like
Appearing emotionless or like a statue.
istatuwa na

Related Words

statue maker
A person who creates or carves statues.
statwaryo

Slang Meanings

beauty or beautiful person
That statue is like, a model material!
Ang istatwa na 'yan, pang-model ba naman!
attractive artist or celebrity
The celebrities on TV are such statues right now.
Sobrang istatwa ng mga artista sa TV ngayon.
someone who is just standing around like a statue
Just look, she's a statue in the corner.
Tingin ka lang, istatwa na siya sa sulok.