titik
títik with stress marks
letter (of the alphabet)
Usage Note
Titik refers to a letter of the alphabet and is the standard term for the written lyrics of a song. It is frequently used in educational settings and formal discussions about music or literature.
Examples
" Ano ang unang titik? "
Natural Translation
What is the first letter?
Literal Translation
What the first letter?
" Isulat mo ang titik A. "
Natural Translation
Write the letter A.
Literal Translation
Write you the letter A.
" Hindi ko maintindihan ang titik ng kantang ito kahit paulit-ulit ko nang pinakinggan ang melodiya. "
Natural Translation
I can't understand the lyrics of this song even though I have listened to the melody over and over.
Literal Translation
Not I can-understand the lyrics of song this even-though repeatedly I already listened-to the melody.
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