Distinctive in Tagalog

“Distinctive” in Tagalog translates to “natatangi”, “kakaiba”, or “nakikilala”, depending on the context—whether referring to something characteristic, unique, or easily recognizable. These translations capture the essence of standing out or being distinguishable in Filipino language.

[Words] = Distinctive

[Definition]:

• Distinctive /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/
• Adjective 1: Having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed.
• Adjective 2: Characteristic of one person or thing, and so serving to distinguish it from others.
• Adjective 3: Clearly marking a person or thing as different from others.

[Synonyms] = Natatangi, Kakaiba, Nakikilala, Tangi, Espesyal, Bukod-tangi, Kilala

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The bird has a distinctive red marking on its chest.
• Ex1_PH: Ang ibon ay may natatanging pulang marka sa dibdib nito.

• Ex2_EN: She has a very distinctive voice that everyone recognizes.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay may kakaibang tinig na nakikilala ng lahat.

• Ex3_EN: The restaurant is known for its distinctive spicy flavor.
• Ex3_PH: Ang restawran ay kilala sa natatanging maanghang na lasa nito.

• Ex4_EN: The old building has a distinctive architectural style.
• Ex4_PH: Ang lumang gusali ay may kakaibang estilo ng arkitektura.

• Ex5_EN: His distinctive laugh could be heard across the room.
• Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang natatanging tawa ay maririnig sa buong silid.