Katugma (en. Rhyme)

ka-tug-ma

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A word or phrase that has a similar sound at the end to another word.

The words 'star' and 'blossom' rhyme.

Ang 'bituin' at 'pagsibol' ay may katugma na tunog.

A style in literature where words are repeated with similar sounds.

The use of rhyme is common in poetry.

Karaniwan sa tula ang paggamit ng katugma.

Good rhyme

A positive match in sound or theme.

Magandang katugma

poetry

A form of literature that often uses rhyme.

tula

translation

The translation of poems and other works that may have rhyme.

salin

partner or soulmate in life

Who is your partner right now?

Sino bang katugma mo ngayon?

person who matches you in conversation or connection

I have a match on the app, so fun!

Meron akong katugma sa app, ang saya!

friend or acquaintance with similar interests

He’s my match in music; we both love rock!

Siya ang katugma ko sa music, pareho kaming mahilig sa rock!