Kasikatan (en. Fame)

/ka.si.ka.tan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Fame or popularity of a person or thing.
The fame of the artist transcended the borders of the country.
Ang kasikatan ng artista ay lumagpas sa mga hangganan ng bansa.
The quest or hope to be recognized in a field.
Many young people dream of fame in the world of music.
Maraming kabataan ang nangangarap ng kasikatan sa mundo ng musika.
A type of status connected to achievements or notable works.
Fame is often the result of excellent performance in one’s work.
Ang kasikatan ay kadalasang dulot ng mahusay na pagsasagawa ng trabaho.

Etymology

Root word: sikat

Common Phrases and Expressions

to become famous
to rise or be recognized in a field.
sumikat
to strive for fame
to work hard to become known and famous.
magpakasikat

Related Words

famous
It means having fame and recognition.
sikat
notoriety
State of being known or famous.
katanyagan

Slang Meanings

famous person (who has a lot of fans or followers)
She's like a celebrity, her popularity on social media is insane!
Parang artista na siya, sobrang kasikatan niya sa social media!
in fashion or trendy
His new song is really popular right now among the youth.
Yung bagong kanta niya, talagang kasikatan ngayon sa mga kabataan.
rise to fame (of something)
Because of that viral video, his business gained popularity fast.
Dahil sa viral video na iyon, mabilis na nagkaroon ng kasikatan ang kanyang negosyo.