Pakitaan (en. Showing)

/pakitaˈan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or occasion where something is shown.
There is an art show at the museum next week.
May isang pakitaan ng mga sining sa museo sa susunod na linggo.
The opportunity to showcase a skill or talent.
The display at the talent show was truly amazing.
Ang pakitaan sa talent show ay talagang kamangha-mangha.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'pakita' meaning 'to show' and the suffix '-an' indicating a place or action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to show off abilities
to display excellent skills or talent
magpakita ng gilas
showcase of products
an opportunity to display products to the public
pakikita ng mga produkto

Related Words

to show
The action of displaying something.
ipakita
word
The expression of an idea or feeling through language.
salita

Slang Meanings

show
Show me your new stuff!
Pakitaan mo nga ako ng mga bagong gamit mo!
title of a showdown
You all show off your talents in the 'showdown'.
Magpakita kayo sa pagtatanghal ng iyong talento sa 'pakitaan'.
demonstration
Come on, let's show them how it's done.
Tara, pakitaan natin sila kung paano ito ginagawa.