Silweta (en. Silhouette)
/silˈweta/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A shape that occurs when light is turned on from behind an object, creating a dark form.
The silhouette of the tree at sunset is very appealing.
Ang silweta ng puno sa paglubog ng araw ay napaka-akit.
An outline or sketch of a person or object without details.
The artist quickly captured the silhouette of the model on his canvas.
Mabilis na nahuli ng artist ang silweta ng model sa kanyang canvas.
Etymology
Derived from Spanish 'silhueta'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
silhouette of life
The overall shape or state of a person's life.
silweta ng buhay
Related Words
shadow
A dark form created by an object blocking light.
anino
outline
A general shape or outline of something.
balangkas
Slang Meanings
Silhouette or attractive figure
Wow, your silhouette looks amazing in that outfit!
Grabe, ang ganda ng silweta mo sa suot mong damit na 'yan!
Outline or form described from the shadow
I saw her from behind, her body silhouette looks great.
Nakita ko siya sa likod, ang ganda ng silweta ng katawan niya.