Katotohanan (en. Truth)
/katotohanan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Something that is certain and honest.
The truth of his story was revealed in the end.
Ang katotohanan ng kanyang kwento ay nalaman sa huli.
The state of being true or correct information.
Truth is important in all aspects of life.
Ang katotohanan ay mahalaga sa lahat ng aspeto ng buhay.
A fact that cannot be denied.
There are truths that are hard to face.
May mga katotohanan na mahirap harapin.
Etymology
From the word 'totoo' which means true or correct, adding the suffix '-an' that indicates state or condition.
Common Phrases and Expressions
The truth sets you free.
Acknowledging the truth brings freedom from the burden of lies.
Ang katotohanan ay nakakapaglaya.
Where is the truth?
A question aimed at discovering the real information in a situation.
Saan ang katotohanan?
Related Words
lie
The opposite of truth, something that is not true.
kasinungalingan
honesty
The quality of being true or sincere in dealings.
katapatan
Slang Meanings
the truth
Of course, I'll tell the truth, this is the truth, the reality.
Siyempre, sasabihin ko na ang totoo, ito ang totoo, katotohanan.
speaking honestly or seriously
Real talk, I can’t handle this situation anymore, that’s the truth.
Real talk, hindi ko na kaya ang sitwasyong ito, katotohanan na.
Why doesn’t everyone know this?
Why doesn’t everyone know this? It's like the truth, but it's not being talked about.
Bakit di 'to alam ng lahat? Parang katotohanan na 'to pero di ito pinag-uusapan.