From root: dalawa
Usage Note
Ikalawa is a formal way to say second, frequently used when listing points or steps in a process.
Examples
" Ako ang ikalawa. "
Natural Translation
I'm the second one.
Literal Translation
I the second.
" Ikalawa ito sa listahan. "
Natural Translation
This is the second on the list.
Literal Translation
Second this in the list.
" Ang ikalawa nating tuntunin ay laging makinig muna bago tayo magsalita sa pulong. "
Natural Translation
Our second rule is to always listen first before we speak in a meeting.
Literal Translation
The second our rule is always listen first before we speak in meeting.
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