Tatyaw (en. Tattoo)

ta-tyaw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A design or symbol that is permanently drawn on the skin using ink.
He has a large tattoo on his arm.
May malaking tatyaw siya sa kanyang braso.
The process of applying a tattoo on the skin.
The tattoo should be done in a clean place.
Ang tatyaw ay dapat gawin sa isang malinis na lugar.
A form of art that uses ink for expression.
Tattooing is an art form recognized worldwide.
Ang tatyaw ay isang anyo ng sining na kinikilala sa buong mundo.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Tattoo me!
A way of requesting a tattoo that seems meaningful.
Tatyawan mo ako!

Related Words

ink
Ink used in making tattoos.
ink
artist
A person who specializes in making tattoos.
artist
studio
Place where tattoos are done.
studio

Slang Meanings

Super tired or extremely fatigued
Wow, I’m really tatyaw after playing basketball!
Grabe, tatyaw na ako after ng basketball!
No longer able to push through
I’m tatyaw with studying, I just can’t focus anymore.
Tatyaw na ako sa pag-aaral, ayaw na talagang mag-focus.
Not in the mood to work
I’m tatyaw at work, I just want to rest.
Tatyaw na ako sa work, gusto ko na lang magpahinga.