From root: ayon
Usage Note
Paayon ang naging sagot means the response given was affirmative or in favor of the proposal. It describes something moving in a parallel or favorable direction.
Examples
" Paayon ang sagot ng nanay. "
Natural Translation
Mom's answer was favorable.
Literal Translation
Favorable the answer of mother.
" Ang sagot niya ay paayon. "
Natural Translation
His/Her answer is affirmative.
Literal Translation
The answer his/her is affirmative.
" Bagaman maraming nag-aalinlangan noong una, paayon naman ang naging desisyon ng lupon pagkatapos ng mahabang pagtatalo. "
Natural Translation
Although many were hesitant at first, the board's decision turned out to be favorable after a long debate.
Literal Translation
Although many hesitant at first, favorable indeed the became decision of board after of long debate.
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