Ukit (en. Carving)

/u.kit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process or art of carving designs or shapes into a material.
The carving on the wood showcases the skill of the artist.
Ang ukit sa kahoy ay nagpapakita ng husay ng artist.
Any carved image or artwork created through carving.
The carving on the wall carries historical significance.
Ang ukit sa pader ay nagdadala ng makasaysayang kahulugan.
verb
The action of carving or inscribing.
He is working on carving a statue.
Nagtatrabaho siya sa pag-ukit ng isang estatwa.

Etymology

From the root word 'kit' meaning to carve or inscribe.

Common Phrases and Expressions

carving of history
The carved images that depict historical events.
ukit ng kasaysayan

Related Words

carving surface
A place or material used for carving.
ukitan

Slang Meanings

woodwork or carving
Kuya is so good at carving; it's like his works are alive!
Ang galing mag-ukit ni Kuya, parang buhay na buhay ang mga gawa niya!
to start or to begin
Come on, let's get started on this project so we can finish it!
Sige na, ukit na tayo sa project na ‘to para matapos na!
to erase or clarify (information)
We need to clarify the wrong details in the report so the information is clear.
Kailangan nating ukitin ang mga maling detalye sa report, para maliwanag ang impormasyon.