Katuturan (en. Meaning)

/ka-tu-tu-ran/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The content or value of a word, phrase, or sentence.
The meaning of the word 'mahal' has a deep significance.
Ang katuturan ng salitang 'mahal' ay may malalim na kahulugan.
An indirect expression of an idea or concept.
Sometimes, the true meaning of his words gets lost in understanding.
Minsan, ang tunay na katuturan ng kanyang mga salita ay nawawala sa pag-unawa.
An expression of thought or message intended to convey.
The meaning of his poem contains hope and dreams.
Ang katuturan ng kanyang tula ay naglalaman ng pag-asa at pangarap.

Etymology

From the root word 'tuturo' meaning 'to teach' or 'to express'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

what is the meaning?
used to ask for the meaning of something.
ano ang katuturan?

Related Words

definition
Refers to the specific message or idea expressed in a word or phrase.
kahulugan
expression
The transfer of an idea from the mind to words or symbols.
pagpapahayag

Slang Meanings

meaning
What is the meaning of life?
Ano ang katuturan ng buhay?
explanation
A clearer explanation is needed on this matter.
Kailangan ng mas malinaw na katuturan sa usaping ito.
definition
Give me the definition of the word 'love'.
Ibigay mo sa akin ang katuturan ng salitang 'pag-ibig'.