Nakalinya (en. Line)
/na-ka-li-nya/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A straight line or form.
The line is important in creating designs in art.
Ang nakalinya ay mahalaga sa paglikha ng mga guhit sa sining.
A direction being taken.
The train follows the line towards the next station.
Ang tren ay sumusunod sa nakalinya patungo sa susunod na istasyon.
Following a rule or guideline.
Students should adhere to the school's line.
Ang mga estudyante ay dapat manatili sa nakalinya ng paaralan.
Etymology
Originates from the root word 'kali' meaning 'straight' or 'line'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
following the line
Adhering to a set perspective or rule.
pagsunod sa nakalinya
Related Words
kali
Root word meaning straight or line.
kali
green line
Signifying a more favorable path or direction.
berdeng linya
Slang Meanings
attention-grabbing
Who is that nakalinya? It's like everyone wants to look at her.
Sino ba 'yang nakalinya na 'yan? Para bang lahat gusto siyang tignan.
playfully flirting
My friend is so nakalinya, she's always giving attention to people.
Masyado namang nakalinya itong friend ko, parati na lang pinapansin ang mga tao.
good at appealing
He's really nakalinya, that's why everyone notices him.
Ang galing nyang nakalinya, kaya talagang pinapansin siya ng lahat.