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    Silab (en. Syllable)

    /siˈlab/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A unit of sound consisting of a vowel, which may include consonants.
    The word 'child' has two syllables.
    Ang salitang 'bata' ay may dalawang silab.
    The part of a word that carries a designated stress.
    In the word 'good', the first syllable carries the stress.
    Sa salitang 'mabuti', ang unang silab ang may diin.
    An aspect of pronunciation of words regarding their sound formation.
    The correct formation of syllables is important in reading.
    Mahalaga ang tamang pagbuo ng silab sa pagbasa.

    Etymology

    from the Latin word 'syllaba'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    count syllables
    the act of knowing the number of syllables in a word
    magbilang ng silab

    Related Words

    vowel
    A sound that does not create an obstruction in the airflow when pronounced.
    patinig
    consonant
    A sound that causes an obstruction in the airflow when pronounced.
    katinig

    Slang Meanings

    Unique or cool person
    The silab of our group, they're always up for a new adventure!
    Ang silab ng barkada namin, parati silang may bagong adventure!
    Nice or cool stuff
    Your outfit is so silab, it really suits you!
    Ang silab ng outfit mo, bagay na bagay sa'yo!
    Fast or energetic action
    It's fine, just call silab to prepare for the event!
    Ayos lang, tawagin mo si silab para maghanda sa event!