Aklat Total English - Advanced - Yunit 3 - Sanggunian

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

sal plot, kuwento

relating to or describing the life or history of a particular person, often focusing on significant events, achievements, or experiences

biyograpikal, tungkol sa buhay

a brief literary description that presents a scene, character, or event with minimal detail

lagom, dibuho

designed to resemble the real thing but lacking authenticity

peke, peke na gawa

a story involving the ancient history of a people, usually about heroes and supernatural events that could be unreal

mitolohiya, kuwento

a story that one finds hard to believe because it seems far from reality

kwentong pambata, kwentong barbero

a type of folktale that typically features mythical creatures, magical events, and enchanted settings, often with a moral lesson or a happy ending

kuwentong-bayan, pampanitikang engkanto

an old story that is sometimes considered historical although it is not usually proved to be true

alamat, kuwento

a short interesting story about a real event or person, often biographical

anekdota, kuwentong totoo

the final part of a joke or a humorous story that is intended to make the audience laugh or surprise them with a clever twist or unexpected ending

punchline, suntok sa buwan

something a person says that is intended to make others laugh

biro, halakhak

a small lie that does not cause any harm, especially told to avoid making someone upset

maliit na kasinungalingan, pangkat na kasinungalingan

a piece of information or story that is circulated among a group of people, often without being confirmed as true or accurate

tsismis, bulung-bulungan

informal or idle talk about others, especially their personal lives, typically involving details that may not be confirmed or verified

tsismis, chismis

to give more information to make the understanding more complete

ipaliwanag, palawakin

a deceptive act or scheme intended to trick people

panlilinlang, kahibangan

having a tendency or inclination toward something

mahilig, may tendensya

the act of overstating or stretching the truth beyond what is accurate or realistic

pagsasala, pagpamabula

easy, interesting and enjoyable to read

madaling basahin, kaakit-akit na basahin

addicted to something, particularly to narcotic drugs

naadik, nakakabit

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

masakit, nakakabagbag-damdamin

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention

kapana-panabik, kaakit-akit

a person who loves reading books and often spends a lot of time reading

bulakbol, mabasa

existing or moving only in one direction or along a single line

isang dimensyonal, monodyal

(of a book or other product) sold in large quantities because of gaining significant popularity among people

nakatagpo ng malaking benta, pinaka-mabentang

extremely enthusiastic and interested in something one does

masigasig, masugid

to describe a specific subject, scene, person, etc.

ilalarawan, magsadula

focusing on one particular goal or purpose, and determined to achieve it

tanging isip, matibay ang layunin

capable of providing everything that one needs, particularly food, without any help from others

nagtutustos sa sarili, may kakayahang magtaguyod ng sarili

not easily affected by criticism, insults or negative comments

matibay ang balat, hindi madaling maapektuhan

having a compassionate and caring nature, showing kindness and generosity toward others

maawain, mapagbigay

reserved, aloof, or distant in one's interactions with others, often conveying a sense of unfriendliness or coldness

malayo, walang pakialam

(of a person) prioritizing and focusing on their professional growth, development, and advancement, often with a strong dedication to their chosen career path

nakatuon sa karera, nakasentro sa propesyon

capable of making good decisions in difficult situations

makatwiran, mahinahon

failing to remember or be attentive to one's surroundings or tasks due to being preoccupied with other thoughts

walang isip, hindi mapagmasid

a play or movie that uses exaggerated humor, absurd situations, and improbable events to entertain

panggalan, pabalang

a clever or amusing use of words that takes advantage of the multiple meanings or interpretations that it has

salitang may double meaning, pamutol

a movie or TV show, made by photographing a series of drawings or models rather than real people or objects

kartun, dibuhong-buhay

a type of humor that finds the funny side of difficult or painful situations, often in a way that is considered inappropriate or offensive by some people

itim na katatawanan, madilim na katatawanan

related to an artistic style that emphasizes the bizarre, dreamlike, or irrational, often blending reality with fantasy in unexpected ways

surréalista, surrealis

a form of humor in which the words that someone says mean the opposite, producing an emphatic effect

ironya, palauwang

the act of overstating or stretching the truth beyond what is accurate or realistic

pagsasala, pagpamabula

humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.

saturik, satira

to try to do the exact same things as others did before one

a situation that shows no signs of progress or improvement

patibong, walang daloy

unfriendly or distant in one's manner or interactions with others

malamig, matigas

the way in which something is perceived or received by others, often referring to the response or reaction to an idea, message, or product

tanggap, pagtanggap

feeling unwell or slightly ill

involving bitter arguments and angry feelings

maingay, masalimuot

to be in control of a particular situation and be the one who decides what needs to be done

the position of being directly involved in a challenging or risky situation

unahang linya, pangunahan na linya

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

magsikap, magpursige

displaying friendliness, kindness, or enthusiasm

mainit, masigasig

to aim or target something with a specific goal or objective in mind