Patutsadahan (en. Criticism)

/patuʧaˈdahan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An act of highlighting the defects or weaknesses of a person or thing.
The criticism of the committee's plans sparked sharp discussions.
Ang patutsadahan sa mga plano ng komite ay nagpasimula ng mga matatalim na talakayan.
Review or writing aimed at showcasing deficiencies.
His criticisms of the book were useful to the readers.
Ang kanyang mga patutsadahan sa libro ay naging kapaki-pakinabang sa mga mambabasa.
Speaking or writing in a judgmental way.
His criticism of his friend caused conflict.
Ang patutsadahan niya sa kanyang kaibigan ay nagdulot ng hidwaan.

Etymology

Pinagmulan ng salitang ito ay mula sa 'patutsada,' na nangangahulugang pagbibigay ng mahigpit na komentaryo.

Common Phrases and Expressions

be honest in criticism
Be honest in giving opinions or comments.
maging matapat sa patutsadahan

Related Words

critique
The art of giving suggestions or criticism.
patutsada
judgment
The process of forming an opinion or decision about a person or thing.
paghuhusga

Slang Meanings

A sarcastic stance on an issue or situation, often intended to entertain or embarrass.
That conversation was just a bunch of jabs, nobody spoke properly.
Parang patutsadahan na lang ang usapang iyon, di na nag-usap ng maayos.
Youth or adolescents who love to insult or tease others.
My friends are such jokesters, they always tease each other.
Yung mga kaibigan ko, mga patutsadahan, lagi nalang nang-aasar sa isa’t isa.
A way of asking or answering with a mix of sarcasm.
I can't tell if you're serious or just being sarcastic with what you're saying.
Hindi ko na alam kung seryoso ka ba o patutsadahan lang ang sinasabi mo.