makatotohanan
realistic
From root: totoo
Usage Note
Makatotohanan describes stories, portrayals, or art that are believable and true to life. Use this when complimenting an actor's performance or a detailed painting.
Examples
" Makatotohanan ang kuwento. "
Natural Translation
The story is realistic.
Literal Translation
Realistic the story.
" Makatotohanan ang pelikulang ito. "
Natural Translation
This movie is realistic.
Literal Translation
Realistic the movie this.
" Pinuri ng mga kritiko ang pelikula dahil makatotohanan ang paglalarawan nito sa pang-araw-araw na buhay ng mga mahihirap. "
Natural Translation
The critics praised the film because its portrayal of the daily life of the poor was realistic.
Literal Translation
Praised by the critics the film because realistic the portrayal its of the daily life of the poor.
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