astronomiya
astronomíya with stress marks
astronomy
Usage Note
Astronomiya is borrowed from Spanish astronomía and refers to the scientific study of celestial bodies, used in academic and scientific contexts to distinguish it from astrolohiya. Filipino schools teach astronomiya as part of the science curriculum, and the word is universally understood by educated speakers.
Examples
" Gusto kong mag-aral ng astronomiya. "
Natural Translation
I want to study astronomy.
Literal Translation
Want I study of astronomy.
" Ang paksa namin ay astronomiya. "
Natural Translation
Our topic is astronomy.
Literal Translation
The topic our is astronomy.
" Dahil sa kanyang pagkahilig sa astronomiya, madalas siyang manatiling gising buong gabi para pagmasdan ang mga bituin. "
Natural Translation
Because of his/her passion for astronomy, he/she often stays awake all night to observe the stars.
Literal Translation
Because of his/her fondness in astronomy, often he/she stay awake whole night to observe the stars.
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