Poetry in Tagalog

“Poetry” in Tagalog is “Tula” – the art form of rhythmic and aesthetic expression through carefully chosen words. Discover the rich vocabulary and beautiful expressions used to describe poetry in Filipino culture below.

[Words] = Poetry

[Definition]

• Poetry /ˈpoʊ.ə.tri/
• Noun 1: Literary work in which special intensity is given to the expression of feelings and ideas by the use of distinctive style and rhythm.
• Noun 2: A quality of beauty and intensity of emotion regarded as characteristic of poems.
• Noun 3: Something regarded as comparable to poetry in its beauty.

[Synonyms] = Tula, Tulaan, Makata (poetic work), Panitikan (literature), Berso (verse)

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: She has published several collections of poetry that explore themes of love and loss.
• Ex1_PH: Naglathala siya ng ilang koleksyon ng tula na sumasalamin sa mga tema ng pag-ibig at pagkawala.
• Ex2_EN: The beauty of nature inspired him to write poetry every morning.
• Ex2_PH: Ang kagandahan ng kalikasan ay nag-udyok sa kanya na sumulat ng tula tuwing umaga.
• Ex3_EN: Reading poetry helps students understand language in a deeper way.
• Ex3_PH: Ang pagbasa ng tula ay tumutulong sa mga estudyante na maunawaan ang wika sa mas malalim na paraan.
• Ex4_EN: His speech was pure poetry, moving everyone in the audience.
• Ex4_PH: Ang kanyang talumpati ay purong tula, na kumilos sa lahat ng nasa madla.
• Ex5_EN: Ancient poetry often contained wisdom and moral lessons for the community.
• Ex5_PH: Ang sinaunang tula ay madalas na naglalaman ng karunungan at moral na aral para sa komunidad.