Matalim (en. Sharp)

[ma-ta-lim]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Means having a sharp edge.

The razor is really sharp.

Ang labaha ay talagang matalim.

Can be used for things that can kill or cause harm.

Be careful with the sharp knife.

Ingatan mo ang matalim na kutsilyo.

Refers to things that inflict intense pain or emotion.

His words had a sharp effect on me.

Ang kanyang mga salita ay may matalim na epekto sa akin.

derived from the root word 'talim' meaning sharp or cutting object.

sharp mind

A mind that is quick and astute in decision-making.

matalim na isip

sharp weapon

Knife or weapon that has a sharp edge.

matalim na sandata

edge

The part of an object that is sharp or can cause harm.

talim

Very sharp person, resourceful

Jake is sharp, always has a backup plan.

Si Jake, matalim 'yan, palaging may backup plan.

Sharp-tongued, likes to bash or criticize

Don't get close to Anna, she's sharp-tongued!

Huwag kang lumapit kay Anna, matalim ang dila niyan!

Quick thinker or able to reason out well

He's great at debate, his mind is truly sharp.

Ang galing niya sa debate, talagang matalim ang isip niya.