Salisalimuot (en. Leading role)

/sali-sali-muot/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who has the leading performance or role in a play, movie, or any form of presentation.
He is the leading role in our new project.
Siya ang salisalimuot sa ating bagong proyekto.

Etymology

Root word: sali (to join) + salimuot (shelter or cover)

Common Phrases and Expressions

leading role paper
A role or part that has significant value in a story or show.
salisalimuot na papel

Related Words

function
A specific responsibility or role of a person in a task.
tungkulin

Slang Meanings

the act of lying or deceiving someone
Be careful, that might just be a trick to gain your trust.
Mag-ingat ka, baka salisalimuot lang 'yan para makuha ang tiwala mo.
playing around or deceiving people through charming words
Don't fall for his tricks, he's known for creating drama.
Huwag kang magpapadala sa kanyang salisalimuot, kilala na siya sa paglikha ng drama.