Sulam (en. Writing)

soo-lam

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A written work or composition.
His writing is filled with beautiful ideas.
Ang kanyang sulam ay puno ng magagandang ideya.
A piece of paper or document containing written information.
Give me that writing so I can read it.
Ibigay mo sa akin ang sulam na iyon para mabasa ko.

Etymology

Originates from the Arabic word 'silam' meaning 'writing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

handwritten
A letter written by hand.
sulat kamay
poetic writing
A type of writing that may be poetry or song.
sulam na tula

Related Words

letter
A common term for a written document or letter.
sulat
writer
A person who writes or creates works.
manunulat

Slang Meanings

dream or plan
I have a dream to study abroad.
May sulam ako na mag-aral sa ibang bansa.
carnival or festive gathering
We were at the festival at the corner, it was fun!
Nandun kami sa sulam sa kanto, ang saya!
follower or supporter
Those people there are just supporters of him.
Yung mga tao doon, mga sulam lang na sumusuporta sa kanya.