Minyatura (en. Miniature)

/miˈɲaturə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A small reproduction of an object or person.
The miniature of the house was made by a famous artist.
Ang minyatura ng bahay ay ginawa ng isang sikat na artist.
Paintings or images presented in a smaller size than the original.
The miniatures in the book are very detailed.
Ang minyatura sa aklat ay napaka-detalyado.
The act of making something in a smaller scale.
He made a miniature of his favorite vehicle.
Gumawa siya ng minyatura ng kanyang paboritong sasakyan.

Etymology

from the French word 'miniature'

Common Phrases and Expressions

miniature model
A small version of a person, object, or situation.
minyaturo na modelo
miniature painting
A small painting that focuses on detailed representation.
minyaturo na pintura

Related Words

miniaturization
The process of making things smaller.
miniaturization
replica
An exact copy of something.
replika

Slang Meanings

miniature version
The miniature version of the house is super cute, like LEGO!
Ang minyatura ng bahay ay sobrang cute, parang LEGO!
collection of small items
I'm looking for a miniature for my project, I want small vehicles.
Naghahanap ako ng minyatura para sa project ko, gusto ko ng mga maliliit na sasakyan.