Paglalabra (en. Wording)

/paɡ.la.'lab.ra/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The way of expressing or the choice of words in a speech.
Good and proper wording helps in understanding the message.
Ang maganda at maayos na paglalabra ay nakatutulong sa pag-unawa ng mensahe.
The arrangement of words to create a meaningful statement.
His poem needs the right wording to convey the emotions.
Kailangan ng tamang paglalabra ang kanyang tula upang maiparating ang damdamin.

Etymology

root word derived from 'salita'

Common Phrases and Expressions

good wording
proper selection of words in expression
mabuting paglalabra

Related Words

word
A unit of language with meaning that can be used in a sentence.
salita

Slang Meanings

nonsense talk
Don't expect anything from his words, it's all just gossip.
Huwag kang umasa sa kaniyang paglalabra, puro chismis lang iyon.
talking at length
You really need to cut down on your talk; I'm getting confused!
Kailangan mo talagang bawasan ang iyong paglalabra; naguguluhan na ako!
too much drama in conversations
I hope she just talks less drama with me.
Sana'y menos drama at paglalabra na lang sa kanya.