Kabiya (en. Contrast)

ka-bi-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition or state of being alike but not the same; dissimilarity.
The contrast of colors can be seen in every piece of art.
Nakikita ang kabiya ng kulay sa bawat obra ng sining.
Diversity or nature of things that are different.
The contrast in their opinions opened a new perspective.
Ang kabiya sa kanilang mga opinyon ay nagbukas ng bagong pananaw.
Expression of the nature of difference in a situation.
The contrast in the flow of the conversation appeared unexpectedly.
Ang kabiya sa daloy ng usapan ay lumitaw nang hindi inaasahan.

Etymology

Originating from Hindi or Sanskrit 'kabira' meaning difference or opposition.

Common Phrases and Expressions

contrast of colors
Combination of non-similar colors for a better result.
kabiya ng kulay
contrast in opinion
Difference in perspective or idea on a subject.
kabiya sa opinyon

Related Words

excess
A situation or state that exceeds what is necessary which may cause primary differences.
kalabisan
divergence
Characteristic of not being alike or different features of things.
pagkaiba

Slang Meanings

Nervous
Wow, I'm so nervous about the exam tomorrow!
Grabe, kabiya ako sa exam bukas!
Running away or avoiding
She doesn't want to face him anymore, so she just avoided him to avoid the awkwardness.
Ayaw na niyang humarap sa kanya, kabiya na lang siya para hindi siya ma-awkward.
A heart-to-heart talk
Oh no, their relationship is getting complicated, they might need a heart-to-heart talk.
Naku, kabiya na ang relationship nila, mukhang magiging komplikado pa.