Hanapin
obscure
01
malabo, hindi malinaw
difficult to comprehend due to being vague or hidden
Example
The obscure references in the text were difficult for most readers to understand.
The philosopher 's theories remained obscure, only fully appreciated by a small group of experts.
Example
The scientist published his findings in an obscure journal that few in the field had heard of.
The artist 's early works were obscure, with only a few critics appreciating their unique style.
03
nakatagong, malayo
situated in a remote or isolated area, far from attention or recognition
Example
The obscure town was hidden deep in the mountains, away from main roads.
She lived in an obscure neighborhood, largely overlooked by outsiders.
04
hindi kaaya-aya, nakatagong
hidden or not easily noticed
Example
The artist made an obscure reference in his work that only a few noticed.
The flaw in the design was obscure, barely visible to the naked eye.
Example
Beneath the obscure canopy of trees, the forest floor remained dim and mysterious.
Sa ilalim ng madilim, malabong canopy ng mga puno, nanatiling madilim at misteryoso ang ilalim ng gubat.
The basement was filled with obscure corners that made it feel unsettling.
Ang basement ay puno ng madilim at malabong sulok na nagpadama ng hindi komportable.
to obscure
01
itago, lumikha ng kadiliman
to conceal or hide something
Transitive: to obscure sth
Example
The artist used a layer of paint to obscure the underlying details of the canvas.
Dark clouds started to obscure the sun, casting a shadow over the landscape.
02
lumutang, baluktot
to make something unclear or difficult to understand
Transitive: to obscure a concept or idea
Example
The author 's use of complex language and metaphors often obscures the meaning of the text.
Introducing too many characters in the story can obscure its main plotline.
03
patagilid, itim ng tunog
to change a vowel sound so that it is less clear or pronounced softly, often becoming a schwa sound
Transitive: to obscure a vowel
Example
In rapid speech, we often obscure vowels in unstressed syllables.
The second syllable of the word is obscured, sounding more like a schwa.
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