Which expression describes someone who speaks harshly or bluntly?

• A. Nabilog ang ulo
• B. Matalas ang dila
• C. Makitid ang noo
• D. Di mahulugang karayom

Answer: (B)

Speaking bluntly is captured by an expression that means having a sharp tongue. When someone has a sharp tongue, their words come out direct and sometimes harsh or biting, instead of softening the message. The Filipino phrase matalas ang dila conveys this exact way of speaking—being quick to criticize, speak plainly, and not sugarcoat remarks. That’s why it best fits describing someone who speaks harshly or bluntly.

The other phrases describe things unrelated to speech. Nabilog ang ulo points to stubborn or closed-minded tendencies, makitid ang noo refers to a trait linked to appearance or temperament rather than speech, and di mahulugang karayom describes a place so crowded you can’t move, not how a person talks.