Celebrity in Tagalog

“Celebrity” in Tagalog is “kilalang tao,” “artista,” or “sikat na tao,” which refers to a famous person who is widely recognized by the public, especially in entertainment or media.

Explore how Filipinos describe fame and stardom through the word “celebrity” and its cultural significance in Philippine entertainment and society.

[Words] = Celebrity

[Definition]:

• Celebrity /səˈlɛbrəti/
• Noun 1: A famous person, especially in entertainment or sports.
• Noun 2: The state of being well known and widely recognized.
• Noun 3: A person who attracts public attention and media interest.

[Synonyms] = Kilalang tao, Artista, Sikat na tao, Tanyag na tao, Personalidad, Bituin, Bantog na tao

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The celebrity arrived at the event surrounded by fans and photographers.
Ex1_PH: Dumating ang kilalang tao sa evento na napapalibutan ng mga tagahanga at photographer.

Ex2_EN: Many young people dream of becoming a celebrity in the entertainment industry.
Ex2_PH: Maraming kabataan ang nangangarap na maging artista sa industriya ng entertainment.

Ex3_EN: Social media has created a new generation of internet celebrities.
Ex3_PH: Ang social media ay lumikha ng bagong henerasyon ng mga sikat na tao sa internet.

Ex4_EN: The celebrity chef opened a new restaurant in the city center.
Ex4_PH: Ang kilalang chef ay nagbukas ng bagong restawran sa sentro ng lungsod.

Ex5_EN: Local celebrities attended the charity event to raise funds for the hospital.
Ex5_PH: Dumalo ang mga lokal na artista sa charity event upang makakolekta ng pondo para sa ospital.