Palawikaan (en. Proverb)

pa-la-wi-ka-an

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A short statement that contains a lesson or truth.

The proverb states that 'He who does not know how to look back at where he came from will not reach his destination.'

Ang palawikaan ay nagsasabi na 'Ang hindi marunong lumingon sa pinanggalingan ay hindi makararating sa paroroonan.'

A form of literature that conveys life's wisdom.

Many proverbs offer good perspectives on life's challenges.

Maraming palawikaan ang nagbibigay ng magandang pananaw sa mga pagsubok sa buhay.

Words with deep meanings used in everyday conversation.

The use of proverbs in conversation demonstrates the richness of culture.

Ang paggamit ng mga palawikaan sa usapan ay nagpapakita ng yaman ng kultura.

from the root word 'lawika' meaning 'statement' or 'saying'.

Behind the smile is a proverb.

There is a deep understanding or message within a person despite their outward appearance.

Sa likod ng ngiti ay may palawikaan.

saying

A short statement that promotes wisdom or teaches a lesson.

kasabihan

traditional proverb

A traditional statement or saying that contains wisdom from the past.

salawikain

saying or proverb at its core

There are proverbs that teach good behavior.

May mga palawikaan na nagtuturo ng magandang asal.

figurative expression

Proverbs are commonly used in stories.

Ang mga palawikaan ay karaniwang ginagamit sa mga kwento.

unique words or thoughts

The elders always have a saying when there's a discussion.

Palaging may palawikaan ang mga matatanda kapag may usapan.