Parodya (en. Parody)
pa-RO-dya
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of art or literature that challenges a specific style or genre through humor.
His parody of the famous movie was truly hilarious.
Ang kanyang parodya ng sikat na pelikula ay tunay na nakakatawa.
An imitation used to express criticism of a person or event.
He created a parody depicting political issues.
Gumawa siya ng isang parodya na naglalarawan sa mga isyu sa politika.
Etymology
Originating from the English word 'parody' meaning a creative work that imitates a specific style or genre.
Common Phrases and Expressions
parody of the song
A humorous take based on a popular song.
parodya sa kanta
Related Words
satire
A form of art that uses humor to highlight societal or personal flaws.
satire
Slang Meanings
to highlight stupidity or foolishness
You're just parodying me in our project! There are so many mistakes!
Parodya mo ako sa project natin! Ang daming mali!
a joke or something funny
His parody of the famous song was hilarious!
Katawa-tawa yung parodya niya sa sikat na kanta!
without a serious tone
The parodies I watched earlier were so silly, nothing serious about them.
Sobrang likot ng mga parodyang napanood ko kanina, walang seryosong tono.