Kolumnista (en. Columnist)

/ko.lum.'nis.ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who writes columns in newspapers or magazines.
This columnist is known for his opinions on politics.
Ang kolumnista na ito ay kilala sa kanyang mga opinyon tungkol sa pulitika.
A journalist who provides commentary on various topics.
The articles of the columnist often contain deep reflections.
Ang mga artikulo ng kolumnista ay madalas na naglalaman ng malalalim na pagninilay.
A person with a specific viewpoint focused on writing ideas or opinions for the public.
As a columnist, it is his responsibility to express the voice of the people.
Bilang isang kolumnista, responsibilidad niyang ipahayag ang boses ng mga tao.

Etymology

from the word 'column' and 'ist' meaning a person who writes columns in newspapers or magazines.

Common Phrases and Expressions

newspaper columnist
A columnist working for a newspaper.
kolumnista ng pahayagan
opinion column
A section of a newspaper or magazine focused on opinions.
kolum ng opinyon

Related Words

article
A written piece published in a newspaper or magazine containing information or opinions.
artikulo
pamphlet
A short writing containing information about a specific theme or subject.
pamphlet

Slang Meanings

Gossip spreader
There’s a new columnist again, a gossip spreader who knows nothing.
Ayun, bagong kolumnista na naman, kuto ng chismis na wala namang alam.
Star of opinions
The new columnist will definitely become a star of opinions because of his smart writings.
Siguradong magiging bituin ng opinyon ang bagong kolumnista dahil sa kanyang mga matatalinong sinulat.
News chatterbox
Those are the columnists who are news chatterboxes, writing about everything.
Sila yung mga kolumnistang daldalera ng balita, lahat na lang nagsusulat.