Poet in Tagalog

“Poet” in Tagalog is “makata” – the person who crafts poems and expresses profound thoughts and emotions through verse. Learn more about this important literary term and how it’s used in Filipino culture and conversation.

[Words] = Poet

[Definition]:

• Poet /ˈpoʊət/
• Noun 1: A person who writes poems as a profession or art form.
• Noun 2: Someone who has a special ability to create beautiful or imaginative expressions in writing.
• Noun 3: An artist who uses language rhythmically and aesthetically to evoke meaning and emotion.

[Synonyms] = Makata, Manunula, Tulain, Tagapag-awit ng tula

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Jose Rizal was not only a national hero but also a talented poet.
• Ex1_PH: Si Jose Rizal ay hindi lamang pambansang bayani kundi isa ring talentadong makata.
• Ex2_EN: The famous poet recited his latest work at the cultural center.
• Ex2_PH: Ang sikat na makata ay bumigkas ng kanyang pinakabagong akda sa sentrong kultural.
• Ex3_EN: She dreams of becoming a poet and publishing her own collection.
• Ex3_PH: Nangangarap siyang maging makata at maglathala ng sariling koleksyon.
• Ex4_EN: The young poet won first prize in the literary competition.
• Ex4_PH: Ang batang makata ay nanalo ng unang gantimpala sa paligsahan sa panitikan.
• Ex5_EN: Every great poet has a unique voice and perspective.
• Ex5_PH: Ang bawat dakilang makata ay may natatanging tinig at pananaw.