sining
síning with stress marks
art
Usage Note
Sining refers to any form of creative expression and is commonly used in formal or academic contexts to describe the fine arts. While often heard in schools and museums, it is the primary term for celebrating Filipino heritage and artistic skill.
Examples
" Mahilig ako sa sining. "
Natural Translation
I am fond of art.
Literal Translation
Fond I of art.
" Mahilig siya sa sining. "
Natural Translation
He is fond of art.
Literal Translation
Fond he/she of art.
" Ang sining ng pagpipinta ay isang paraan upang maipahayag ng tao ang kanyang nararamdaman. "
Natural Translation
The art of painting is a way for a person to express what he feels.
Literal Translation
The art of painting is one way so-that can-express of person the his feeling.
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