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    Sanaysay (en. Essay)

    /sa'naj.saj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of writing that presents the opinion, argument, or thoughts of the author.
    He wrote an essay about the importance of education.
    Sumulat siya ng sanaysay tungkol sa kahalagahan ng edukasyon.
    Analysis or discussion of a specific subject or theme.
    His essay discussed climate issues.
    Ang kanyang sanaysay ay tinalakay ang mga isyu ng klima.
    A collection of ideas organized in a composition.
    His essay was full of poignant ideas.
    Ang sanaysay niya ay puno ng makabagbag-damdaming ideya.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish word 'ensayo'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    literary essay
    An essay that discusses aspects of literature.
    sanaysay na pampanitikan
    scientific essay
    Essay focused on scientific concepts.
    sanaysay na pang-agham

    Related Words

    composition
    A broader term for writing, including essays.
    komposisyon
    speech
    A public address that may be similar in nature to an essay.
    talumpati

    Slang Meanings

    lame essay
    This essay is so lame. I can't understand anything.
    Ang sanaysay na to, chaka talaga. Wala akong maintindihan.
    narrative of life
    His essay feels like a narrative of my life. So relatable!
    Yung sanaysay niya, parang narrative ng buhay ko. Relate na relate!
    children's story
    Your essay feels like a children's story, it's too simple.
    Parang kwentong pambata naman yung sanaysay mo, masyadong simple.
    nonsense on paper
    His essay is just nonsense on paper. It has no substance.
    Yung sanaysay niya, puro kalokohan sa papel. Wala talagang substance.