Ulian (en. Juxtaposition)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state or condition of being together or adjacent.
The juxtaposition of colors gave a unique beauty to the artwork.
Ang ulian ng mga kulay ay nagbigay ng kakaibang ganda sa obra.
The bringing together of things in a context to show their differences.
The juxtaposition of problems highlighted important issues in society.
Ang ulian ng mga suliranin ay nagpahayag ng mga mahalagang isyu sa lipunan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

juxtaposition of ideas
the combination of different ideas to create a new concept
ulian ng ideya

Related Words

proximity
The state of being next to or close to each other.
pagkakatabi

Slang Meanings

Outcast or not included in a group.
Many were left out of that conversation, they didn't discuss anything because they had no voice.
Ang daming naulian sa usapang iyon, wala silang napagusapan dahil wala silang boses.
Failed or an expected plan didn't push through.
Despite everything, they got left out of their vacation plan.
Sa kabila ng lahat, nagulian sila sa kanilang plano ng bakasyon.