Litograpia (en. Lithography)

li-to-gra-pi-a

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A printing method that uses moisture and oil to create images on the rock or metal surface.
He used litography to create artistic prints.
Gumamit siya ng litograpia upang lumikha ng mga artistikong print.
A process by which the images are applied to a polished surface, usually from the stone.
Litography is an integral part of the traditional print art.
Ang litograpia ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng tradisyonal na sining ng pag-print.
A solution for artists who want more detailed and more multiple production of their works.
Litography allows him to recover a greater number of copies of his work.
Ang litograpia ay nagbibigay-daan sa kanya na makabawi ng mas malaking bilang ng mga kopya ng kanyang obra.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'lithos' meaning stone and 'grapho' meaning to write.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lithographic process
A systematic method of using lithography for various purposes.
litograpikong proseso

Related Words

carbon
A type of ink often used in lithography.
karbon
printing
A broader term that encompasses various printing methods including lithography.
imprenta

Slang Meanings

Artwork
The lithograph he created is so beautiful, it really brings imagination to life.
Sobrang ganda ng litograpia na ginawa niya, parang pinalutang ang imahinasyon.
Print or poster
Have you seen the lithograph sold at the exhibit? So many people bought it!
Nakita mo na ba yung litograpia na ibinenta sa exhibit? Ang daming tao ang bumili!