Pagsasalita (en. Speaking)
pag-sa-sa-li-ta
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of expressing or articulating words.
Speaking in front of an audience is frightening for many.
Ang pagsasalita sa harap ng madla ay nakakatakot para sa marami.
An ability to use language for communication.
He is proficient in speaking English.
Mahusay ang kanyang pagsasalita sa Ingles.
The art or skill of speaking well and effectively.
Public speaking is an important skill in professional life.
Ang pagsasalita sa publiko ay isang mahalagang kasanayan sa propesyonal na buhay.
Etymology
derived from the root word 'salita' and the affix 'pag-'
Common Phrases and Expressions
fast speaking
Speaking quickly or rapid articulation of words.
mabilis na pagsasalita
clear speaking
The art of speaking that is easily understood.
malinaw na pagsasalita
Related Words
word
A unit of language that has meaning and can be expressed in speech or writing.
salita
communication
The process of exchanging information or ideas through speech, writing, or other forms.
komunikasyon
Slang Meanings
Gossip or chatting
Alright, let's chat later!
Sige, chika tayo mamaya!
Storytelling or chatting
I'll catch you for a chat later.
Tukayo kita sa kwentuhan mamaya.
Playing around with words, being vague
Don't beat around the bush with me, just tell me the truth!
Huwag kang bola-bola sa akin, sabihin mo na ang totoo!
Rumors or hearsay
There's a lot of hearsay about his speaking.
Maraming sabi-sabi tungkol sa kanyang pagsasalita.
Talk or chatter that leads to action
Enough with the talks, we need action now!
Tama na ang mga pagsasalitaan, kailangan na natin ng aksyon!