Silat (en. Silat)

si-lat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of traditional martial art that originated in Southeast Asian countries.

He studied silat to maintain his health and skills in self-defense.

Nag-aral siya ng silat upang mapanatili ang kanyang kalusugan at kasanayan sa sariling pagtatanggol.

A systematic method of combat that integrates movements and techniques.

Silat has various styles and techniques based on well-known martial arts principles.

Ang silat ay mayroong iba't ibang estilo at diskarte na nakabatay sa mga kilalang prinsipyo ng martial arts.

An art form that showcases the culture and traditions of indigenous people.

Silat performances are often featured in cultural celebrations.

Ang mga palabas ng silat ay karaniwang ipinapakita sa mga pagdiriwang ng kultura.

Derived from the Malay word 'silat', referring to a traditional martial art.

floor silat

A type of silat performed on the floor involving various movements and techniques against an opponent.

silat sa sahig

public silat

Silat performed in public spaces or in front of many people.

silat na pangmadla

karate

A type of modern martial art that originated in Japan.

karate

taekwondo

A form of martial art from Korea that focuses on kicks.

taekwondo

Pain or injury.

Wow, I got a hit of pain on my arm.

Grabe, nilatigo ako ng silat sa braso.

Charge or attack.

They already charged, so we ran away!

Nag-silat na sila, kaya tumakbo kami palayo!

Lucky hit or stroke of luck.

That was like a lucky hit, I suddenly won!

Parang silat lang yun, bigla na lang ako nanalo!