Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Sarsuwela (en. Zarzuela)

    /sar-su-wela/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A form of theater featuring songs and dances.
    The sarsuwela is an important part of Filipino culture.
    Ang sarsuwela ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng kulturang Pilipino.
    A story written that usually emphasizes major social issues.
    Many sarsuwelas tackle social problems.
    Maraming sarsuwela ang tumatalakay sa mga problemang panlipunan.
    A type of performance that combines dialogue, song, and dance.
    The artists in the sarsuwela are often excellent actors.
    Ang mga artista sa sarsuwela ay kadalasang mahuhusay sa pag-arte.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'zarzuela'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Beloved Sarsuwela
    An important sarsuwela or production with significant importance.
    Mahal na Sarsuwela

    Related Words

    play
    A general term for artistic works performed on stage.
    dula
    song
    A form of art where the primary form is music and lyrics.
    awit
    dance
    A form of art using the body as a means of expression.
    sayaw

    Slang Meanings

    A fun drama that teaches a lesson
    The sarsuwela I watched was unique, it was funny but had a lesson.
    Kakaibang sarsuwela ang napanood ko, nakakatawa pero may aral.
    A story full of complex emotions
    It's like a sarsuwela, full of joy and sadness.
    Para siyang sarsuwela, puno ng ligaya at lungkot.
    Gathering of people while there's a show
    The sarsuwela was great, it felt like a family reunion afterwards.
    Ang ganda ng sarsuwela, parang family reunion kami pagkatapos.