Sibilisado (en. Sibilant)

si-bi-li-sa-do

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
This describes a sound that has a soft whisper-like quality similar to 's'.
Sibilant sounds are often used in music.
Ang mga sibilisadong tunog ay madalas na ginagamit sa musika.
Characteristic of a sound that is higher than usual.
Her voice became sibilant when she sang.
Ang kanyang boses ay naging sibilisado nang kumanta siya.
Describing the sounds of letters such as 's', 'sh', and 'z'.
Sibilant letters are given the correct pronunciation.
Ang mga sibilisadong letra ay ibinibigay ng tamang pagbigkas.

Etymology

From the word 'sibilis' meaning having a sound like 's'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sibilant sounds
soft sounds accompanied by hissing
mga sibilisadong tunog

Related Words

hiss
A sound created by quickly expelling air between the teeth.
sibilo
whisper
A sound that has a whispering quality.
sibil

Slang Meanings

Gossip or rumors
There are so many rumors in this barangay, it's chaotic!
Ang dami nang sibilisado sa barangay na ito, ang gulo!
Becoming chatty
Oh no, the conversation got so chatty, it feels endless!
Naku, nilagyan ng sibilisado ang usapan, parang walang katapusan!