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    Talikdan (en. Allusion)

    /taliɡdan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A direct reference to a person, idea, or thing that is not explicitly stated.
    The allusion in the poem refers to a famous hero of the country.
    Ang talikdan sa tula ay tumutukoy sa isang kilalang bayani ng bansa.
    A way of speaking where one subject is mentioned in the context of another subject.
    The allusion in his discussion pertains to the challenges of modern times.
    Ang talikdan sa kanyang usapan ay patungkol sa mga hamon ng makabagong panahon.
    A literary device used to convey a message through symbolism or meaning.
    He uses allusion in his art to express his emotions.
    Gumagamit siya ng talikdan sa kanyang sining upang ipahayag ang kanyang damdamin.

    Etymology

    Wikang Tagalog

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Memorable allusion
    An allusion that highlights the importance or relation to another concept.
    Nakakaalalang talikdan
    Allusion to history
    Reference to historical events or figures.
    Talikdan sa kasaysayan

    Related Words

    allusion
    A synonym that means a type of reference, often used in literature or rhetoric.
    alusyon
    symbolism
    Expression of ideas or emotions through symbols.
    symbolismo

    Slang Meanings

    Left or escaped from a relationship.
    I just talikdan my girlfriend, we couldn't agree anymore.
    Kaka-talikan lang namin ng girlfriend ko, di na kami nagkakasundo.
    No longer interacting or connecting.
    He has talikdan his friends, he's always alone now.
    Talikdan na siya sa mga tropa, lagi na lang siyang nag-iisa.
    Gone or no longer with someone.
    I've talikdan my classmates since I transferred to another school.
    Talikdan na ako ng mga kaklase ko mula nang nag-transfer ako sa ibang school.