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    Kanti (en. Play (musically))

    kan-ti

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of sound or creation of melody through music.
    The sound of the guitar is captivating.
    Ang kanti ng gitara ay nakakabighani.
    verb
    The action of playing or giving music.
    You need to play the piano properly.
    Kailangan mong kantiin ang piano nang maayos.
    Creating sound through an instrument or voice.
    Play the notes correctly.
    Kantiin mo ang mga nota nang tama.

    Etymology

    The word 'kanti' comes from the root word 'kanta' which refers to the action of playing or performing music.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    play from the heart
    Musical creation that comes from the heart.
    kanti ng puso

    Related Words

    song
    A form of art that uses sound and voice to express emotions.
    kanta
    melody
    A sequence of notes that forms a pleasing sound.
    melodiya

    Slang Meanings

    Something that is annoying or forced to happen.
    Why is my boss's insistence on deadlines so annoying? Our case is already difficult!
    Bakit ang kanti ng boss ko sa deadlines, ang hirap na nga ng kaso natin!
    A joke or tease, often in a youthful context.
    That was just a little tease, don't get too angry.
    Kanti lang yun, ‘wag kang masyadong magalit.
    To make a small statement with a critical tone.
    Her little jibe at our friends is unnecessary.
    Ang kanti niya sa mga kasama natin di na kailangan.
    To be derogatory or sarcastic in what you say.
    Don't be harsh on the troublemakers, just let them be.
    Wag kang kanti sa mga pasaway, pabayaan mo na lang sila.