Pagsaliw (en. Accompaniment)

pág-sá-liw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Accompaniment is the act of joining or linking to something.
The accompaniment of music to her voice is appealing.
Ang pagsaliw ng musika sa kanyang tinig ay kaakit-akit.
Can refer to the art or method of presentation combined with sounds.
They created an accompaniment for their dance.
Gumawa sila ng isang pagsaliw para sa kanilang sayaw.
A time when one thing is accompanied by other elements.
The accompaniment of lights in the performance added extra color.
Ang pagsaliw ng mga ilaw sa pagtatanghal ay nagbigay ng ekstra kulay.

Etymology

from the word 'saliw' meaning 'together' or 'with'

Common Phrases and Expressions

accompaniment of music
the presence of music alongside a performance or activity
pagsaliw ng musika

Related Words

accompaniment
A word that describes elements that come together or are united.
saliw

Slang Meanings

To join or participate in a group or activity.
Do you want to join them in the outing later?
Gusto mo bang pagsaliw sa kanila sa lakad mamaya?
Joining people in something fun.
It's so much fun joining their parties, there's so much joy!
Ang saya ng pagsaliw sa kanilang parties, ang daming ligaya!