Sinonim (en. Synonym)

siˈnonim

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
The words 'big' and 'large' are synonyms.
Ang 'malaki' at 'dako' ay mga sinonim.
A word used as a substitute for another word in a sentence.
You should know the synonyms of the words you use.
Dapat mong malaman ang mga sinonim ng mga salitang ginagamit mo.
A type of synonym that uses similar words.
The words 'fast' and 'quick' are two synonyms that are often used.
Ang 'mabilis' at 'bilis' ay dalawang sinonim na madalas na ginagamit.

Etymology

from the Latin 'synonymum', meaning 'having the same meaning'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

words that have similar meanings
words that can replace each other in the context of a sentence
mga salita na may katulad na kahulugan

Related Words

antonym
A word that has the opposite or contrary meaning of another word.
antonim

Slang Meanings

kind
The 'kind' of 'cat' is 'pet'.
Ang 'kauri' ng 'pusa' ay 'alagang hayop'.
equivalent
The 'equivalent' of 'big' is 'huge'.
Ang 'katumbas' ng 'malaki' ay 'dako'.
similar
They have a 'similar' idea for the project.
Sila'y may 'kapareho' na ideya sa proyekto.
same
We both have the 'same' taste in food.
Parehas tayong may 'parehas' na gusto sa pagkain.