Umawit (en. To sing)
/uˈma.wit/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of producing sound with words, typically characterized by rhythm and melody.
He loves to sing old songs in his free time.
Mahilig siyang umawit ng mga lumang awitin sa kanyang libreng oras.
Engaging in a musical activity that expresses feelings or a story.
At festivals, many people sing indigenous songs.
Sa mga pista, maraming tao ang umawit ng mga katutubong awitin.
Producing sound with a melody that is sung.
She sang in front of many people at the concert.
Siya ay umawit sa harap ng maraming tao sa konsiyerto.
Common Phrases and Expressions
singing with a sincere heart
singing with genuine feelings
umaawit ng pusong tapat
singing under the moon
singing with a beautiful scenery around
umaawit sa ilalim ng buwan
Related Words
song
A form of art that uses sound and words.
awit
tune
A composition that can be sung and has lyrics.
kanta
Slang Meanings
to perform or sing
They sang on stage that night.
Umuwit sila sa entablado nung gabi.
to become famous in music
Jom got into singing and wants to perform to become famous.
Nahilig si Jom sa pag-awit at gusto niyang umwit para maging sikat.
to dance and sing at the same time
She's so good, while singing, she's also dancing!
Sobrang galing niya, habang umuwit siya, sumasayaw din!