Lisan (en. Language)

/liˈsan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The tool used for expressing ideas and emotions.

The language of people emphasizes their culture.

Ang lisan ng mga tao ay nagbibigay-diin sa kanilang kultura.

The pronunciation of words or sounds.

Correct pronunciation is important in communication.

Ang tamang lisan ay mahalaga sa komunikasyon.

Derived from the root word 'lisa'.

open language

there's an opportunity to communicate or express oneself

bukas ang lisan

speaker

a person who uses language for communication

sasalita

word

units of language that give meaning

salita

tongue, verbal

Juan said, 'You really have a way with words, that's why you have so many friends!'

Sabi ni Juan, ‘May lisan ka talaga, kaya ang dami mong kaibigan!’

fast talker, noisy

Oh no, you just keep talking and talking, you can't stop!

Naku, lisan at chika ka, hindi ka na makahinto!

very assertive

Enough of your talking, just get straight to the point.

Tama na ang lisan mo, dumiretso ka na sa point.

talkative, loves to chat

My girlfriend is so talkative, sometimes it's annoying!

Sobrang lisan ng girlfriend ko, minsan nakakainis na!