halata
The Tagalog word for obvious is halata.
halata is used to describe something that is easily discovered, understood or self-explanatory.
Meaning: easily discovered or understood, self-explanatory (adj)
Did you know?
- The word halata traces its roots back to the Sanskrit word arthaya, which means 'to perceive'.
- Tagalog speakers may use halata to describe a person's appearance when it is evident they have recently come from a specific place or activity.
- In Tagalog, halata is often used as a reaction to someone trying and failing to hide a secret or a crush.
Examples in context
- Akala ko halata siya.I thought it was obvious.Tatoeba #8656279 by artemio, translation #2545613 by CK
- Sobrang halata naman!It's super obvious!
- Walang duda, talagang ganoon!No doubt, that's really how it is!
- Halata naman ang sagot.The answer is obvious.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Jose and Maria are looking at a difficult math problem on a chalkboard.
- JoseHalata ba ang sagot para sa iyo?Is the answer obvious to you?
- MariaHindi, nahihirapan ako rito.No, I am struggling with this.
- JoseTignan mo, halata na ito.Look, it is already obvious.
- MariaAh, oo nga pala!Ah, you're right!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries halata, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
