Kalawitin (en. Song)

/ka.la.wi.tin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of song often performed on a special occasion.
They performed songs at the wedding.
Nag-perform sila ng mga kalawitin sa kasal.
An artistic creation composed of melody and lyrics.
A song can be an art of creation.
Ang kalawitin ay maaaring maging isang sining ng paglikha.
The art of singing or performing.
She popularized the song at concerts.
Siyang nagpasikat ng kalawitin sa mga konsiyerto.

Etymology

The word 'kalawitin' is derived from 'kalawit' meaning connector or record.

Common Phrases and Expressions

popular song
a famous song
popular na kalawitin
love song
a song about love
kalawitin ng pag-ibig

Related Words

composer
A person who creates songs.
composer
melody
The sequence of notes in a song.
melodiya

Slang Meanings

A term for a person with a beautiful voice or is fond of singing.
Janine is such a kalawitin, all her songs are beautiful!
Sobrang kalawitin ni Janine, lahat ng kanta niya ang ganda!
A term for someone who often sings or participates in talent shows.
My sibling is a kalawitin at school; she always joins competitions.
Yung kapatid ko, isa siyang kalawitin sa school, lagi siyang sumasali sa competitions.