Minyatur (en. Miniature)
/minyaˈtur/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small version or representation of something.
This miniature house fits perfectly with a toy.
Ang minyatur na bahay na ito ay akmang-akma sa isang laruan.
An art form that contains detailed descriptions in small sizes.
The miniature painting shows intricate details.
Ang minyatur na pagpipinta ay nagpapakita ng masalimuot na detalye.
A piece of art made in small size, often used as decoration.
He takes pride in his collection of miniature figures.
Nagmamalaki siya sa kanyang koleksyon ng mga minyatur na figura.
Etymology
from the French word 'miniature'
Common Phrases and Expressions
miniature house
A small representation of a house.
minyatur na bahay
miniature figure
A small version of a person or character created for collection.
minyatur na figura
Related Words
miniature
A small copy that depicts a larger object.
minyaturo
Slang Meanings
A very small thing
Look at this miniature house, it's so cute!
Tingnan mo 'tong minyatur na bahay, ang cute!
Shrunk or made small for display
Sometimes miniature cars look better than real ones.
Minsan mas maganda ang mga minyatur na sasakyan kaysa sa totoong sasakyan.
A small bruise or wound
I have a tiny bruise on my knee, I don't even know where I got it.
May minyatur akong pasa sa tuhod, hindi ko naman alam kung saan ko nakuha.