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midya

mídya with stress marks

media

noun MID-ya English origin Less Common
Illustration of "midya" (media)

Usage Note

Midya refers to collective information outlets including traditional journalism and modern social media platforms. It is frequently used in discussions about news, social networking, and the significant influence of the press and internet culture in the Philippines.

Examples

Beginner

" Laganap ang balita sa midya. "

Natural Translation

The news is widespread in the media.

Literal Translation

Widespread the news in media.

Intermediate

" Mabilis ang balita sa midya. "

Natural Translation

News travels fast in the media.

Literal Translation

Fast the news in media.

Advanced

" Malaki ang impluwensiya ng midya sa kung paano nakikita ng publiko ang mga isyung pampulitika. "

Natural Translation

The media has a huge influence on how the public sees political issues.

Literal Translation

Big the influence of media on how seen by-the public the issues political.

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