Palitab (en. Word)

/pa.li.tab/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A unit of language that has meaning and can serve as part of a sentence.
The word 'palitab' is an important part of a sentence.
Ang salitang 'palitab' ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng pangungusap.
A sound or symbol that represents a statement or idea.
The use of words helps express our feelings.
Ang paggamit ng palitab ay nakatutulong sa pagpapahayag ng ating saloobin.
Anything that can be given a name or reference.
In his speech, he added the meaning of each word.
Sa kanyang talumpati, idinagdag niya ang pesan ng bawat palitab.

Etymology

from the word 'word'

Common Phrases and Expressions

words used
words that often become part of communication
salitang ginagamit
express thoughts
to use words to express thoughts
palitawin ang isipan

Related Words

Filipino language
The official language of the Philippines that uses words.
wikang Filipino
speaking
The process of using words to communicate.
pagsasalita
literature
An art that uses words to create stories or poems.
literature

Slang Meanings

finger
Tease him, he keeps flicking his finger on his brain.
Tuksohin mo siya, palitang-palitan niya ang daliri niya sa utak.
word
Speak up a bit, it's like you're not saying anything!
Palitab ka naman, parang di ka nagsasalita!
story
You've got so much to say, what really happened?
Ang dami mong palitab, ano ba talaga ang nangyari?