kritisismo
kritisísmo with stress marks
criticism
Usage Note
Kritisismo, from Spanish 'criticismo', is used in literary, academic, and political contexts to mean the act of evaluating and judging. 'Konstruktibong kritisismo' is a phrase commonly taught in schools and workplaces, though direct criticism can be socially sensitive in Filipino culture due to strong values around harmony.
Examples
" Hindi siya basta tumatanggap ng kritisismo. "
Natural Translation
He doesn't easily accept criticism.
Literal Translation
Not he just accepts criticism.
" Ang kritisismo niya ay malinaw. "
Natural Translation
His/Her criticism is clear.
Literal Translation
The criticism his/her is clear.
" Kapag ibinibigay nang maayos at may galang, nagiging kapaki-pakinabang ang kritisismo sa halip na makasakit ng damdamin. "
Natural Translation
When given properly and with respect, criticism becomes useful instead of hurting feelings.
Literal Translation
When given properly and with respect, becomes useful the criticism instead of hurting of feelings.
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