Potograpia (en. Photography)

/po.to.ˈɡra.pi.a/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The art or process of capturing images using a camera.
Photography is a way of creating art using light.
Ang potograpia ay isang paraan ng paglikha ng sining gamit ang liwanag.
An activity involving capturing images for documentation or art.
He enjoys taking nature photography.
Mahilig siyang gumawa ng potograpia ng kalikasan.
The use of technology to print or display images.
There are many technical aspects to consider in photography.
Maraming mga teknikal na aspeto ang dapat isaalang-alang sa potograpia.

Etymology

derived from the English word 'photography'

Common Phrases and Expressions

nature photography
A type of photography focused on landscapes and natural resources.
potograpiya ng kalikasan
portrait photography
A type of photography focused on people or people in various situations.
potograpiya ng tao

Related Words

camera
An apparatus used for capturing images.
kamera
exposure
The amount of light received by the camera while capturing an image.
exposure
composition
The arrangement of elements in an image.
komposisyon

Slang Meanings

following the pose or shot
Why are you taking so long? You have so many shots to follow!
Bakit ang tagal mo? Ang dami mo kasing potograpia na sinusunod!
sexy or artistic shots
He posted a lot of shots on Instagram that are so hot! Looks like a model!
Nag-post siya ng maraming potograpia sa Instagram na ang lalaki! Mukhang model!
shooting session
Come along to the shoot tomorrow! We're taking photos in the park.
Sama ka na sa potograpia tomorrow! Magsu-shoot kami sa park.