halata
halatâ with stress marks
noticeable; obvious
Usage Note
Halata is one of the most frequently used adjectives in everyday Tagalog, meaning something is plainly visible or easy to detect. Halata naman! is a casual way of saying 'Obviously!' while hindi halata (it's not obvious) is used when something is well-concealed or someone is successfully keeping a secret.
Examples
" Halata na pagod ka. "
Natural Translation
It's obvious that you're tired.
Literal Translation
Obvious that tired you.
" Masyadong halata ang iyong gulat. "
Natural Translation
Your surprise is too obvious.
Literal Translation
Too obvious the your surprise.
" Kahit pinilit niyang ngumiti, halatang-halata pa rin sa kanyang mga mata na may malalim siyang iniinda. "
Natural Translation
Even though she forced herself to smile, it was still very obvious in her eyes that she was carrying a deep pain.
Literal Translation
Even forced she smile, very-obvious still in her eyes that has deep she enduring.
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