Komik (en. Comic)

/koˈmik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of art that tells a story through images and text, often with a humorous aim.
He loves to read comics every morning.
Mahilig siyang magbasa ng mga komik tuwing umaga.
A collection of stories or series published in a newspaper or magazine.
The publisher releases a new comic every month.
Naglalabas ang publisher ng bagong komik tuwing buwan.
A form of media that uses illustrations and dialogue to create a story.
Comics have become popular among teens around the world.
Ang mga komik ay naging tanyag sa mga kabataan sa buong mundo.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'comic'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reading comics
engaging in the activity of reading humorous stories or illustrations
nagbasa ng komik

Related Words

strip
A short piece of comic often featured in newspapers.
strip
short story
A literary work that narrates a specific theme.
maikling kwento

Slang Meanings

funny
Seriously, your joke is so komik!
Sobra, ang komik ng joke mo!
show-off
That's why he's often komik in the group, he's a pabibo.
Kaya nga madalas siyang komik sa group, pabibo kasi.
clown
He sang komik in front of everyone, just like a clown.
Kumanta siya ng komik sa harap ng lahat, parang clown lang.