Likhitab (en. The writer)

/li-ki-tab/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person who writes works or letters.

The writer plays an important role in culture.

Ang likhitab ay may mahalagang papel sa kultura.

A person who has the ability to write well.

Jose Rizal is a well-known writer for his works.

Kilalang likhitab si Jose Rizal sa kanyang mga isinulat.

A person who documents events or ideas.

Writers contribute to history through their writings.

Ang mga likhitab ay nag-aambag sa kasaysayan sa pamamagitan ng kanilang mga sulatin.

Originated from the roots 'likha' and 'titib'

to become a writer

maging likhitab

historian

writer of history

likhitab ng kasaysayan

writing

The process of transferring ideas to paper or any media.

pagsusulat

literature

Written works that require creative skills.

literatura

Sneaky or cunning behavior

It's like being sneaky in making a heavy decision.

Parang likhitab kapalit na mabigat na desisyon.

To beat around the bush or avoid the main point

Don't beat around the bush, you're avoiding it again.

Huwag kang bola-bola, likhitab ka na naman.

To talk too much or be overly chatty

Don't you want to get to the point, you're talking too much!

Ayaw mo bang likhitab, ang dami mong daldal!