Pagtatalas (en. Sharpening)

pag-ta-ta-las

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of enhancing the blade of an object, such as a knife.
The sharpening of a knife is essential in cooking.
Ang pagtatalas ng kutsilyo ay mahalaga sa pagluluto.
The state of being sharp or keen of an object.
The sharpness of the mind is required for effective studying.
Ang pagtatalas ng isip ay kinakailangan para sa mahusay na pag-aaral.
The act of clarifying or highlighting something with excitement.
There was a sharpening of the issue in his speech.
Mayroong pagtatalas ng isyu sa kanyang talumpati.

Etymology

derivative of the root word 'talas' with the prefix 'pag-'

Common Phrases and Expressions

sharpening of the mind
the enhancement of thinking or comprehension ability
pagtatalas ng isip
sharpening of tools
the process of improving tools for more effective use
pagtatalas ng mga kasangkapan

Related Words

sharpness
the quality of being sharp or capable of cutting.
talas
re-sharpening
the process of re-adjusting or restoring the sharpness of an object.
pagbabalik-talas

Slang Meanings

being intelligent or quick-witted
Lito is really good; he definitely has sharpness when it comes to problems at school.
Ang galing ni Lito, talagang may pagtatalas siya sa mga problema sa paaralan.
insight or analysis of a situation
We need to have sharpness in the situation to make the right decision.
Kailangan nating magkaroon ng pagtatalas sa sitwasyon para makagawa ng tamang desisyon.
intense attention to detail
This conversation requires sharpness so we won't make mistakes.
Ang pag-uusap nating 'to ay nangangailangan ng pagtatalas para hindi tayo magkamali.