Kudlit (en. Stroke)

/ˈkudlit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A mark or line made by hand or an object.
The stroke in her writing shows her style.
Ang kudlit sa kanyang sulat ay nagpapakita ng kanyang estilo.
The act of creating a simple symbol or character.
The stroke is important in writing letters with diacritics.
Mahalaga ang kudlit sa pagsulat ng mga letrang may diacritic.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'cudlit.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

stroke of a sentence
Mark or symbol used to emphasize a part of a sentence.
kudlit ng pangungusap

Related Words

essay
A literary work that expresses opinion or idea.
lathalain
art
The act of creating art or works.
sining

Slang Meanings

show-off
This kudlit always shows off in class!
Ang kudlit na 'to, lagi na lang pabibo sa klase!
how quick you are to joke
Your kudlit is impressive; you seem so quick to joke!
Ang galing ng kudlit mo, parang napaka-bilis mo magbiro!
a conversation starter
Your kudlit is great; it's a good conversation starter!
Ayos ang kudlit mo, pampagana sa usapan!