Siluin (en. To silhouette)

/siˈlwin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Place something in silhouette form.
Silhouette the image to clearly see its shape.
Siluin mo ang larawan upang makita ang malinaw na anyo nito.
Describe something through a black shadow.
He wanted to silhouette the trees in his artwork.
Nais niyang siluin ang mga puno sa kanyang likhang sining.
Draw or create a silhouette.
She studied how to silhouette people from a distance.
Nag-aral siya kung paano siluin ang mga tao mula sa isang malayo.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'silu', meaning 'shadow' or 'outline'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

silhouette the creation
Place an image or design in silhouette form.
siluin ang likha

Related Words

shadow
Refers to the shadow or outline of something.
silu

Slang Meanings

show off
He really showed off at the event, like a celebrity!
Ang lakas ng siluin niya sa event, parang artista!
impress or gain attention
She impressed everyone with her show at the ball, everyone noticed her.
Nagpasikat siya sa siluin niya sa ball, lahat napatingin sa kanya.
amaze or inspire admiration
I supported my friend's show, her outfit was so stunning!
Sinuportahan ko ang siluin ng kaibigan ko, sobrang hapit ng outfit niya!