ekonomiya
ekonomiyá with stress marks
economy
Usage Note
Ekonomiya is frequently used in news and formal discussions regarding the country's financial state, but it can also refer to household management. Learners will encounter it often in media and academic settings.
Examples
" Lumalakas ang ekonomiya natin. "
Natural Translation
Our economy is getting stronger.
Literal Translation
Strengthening the economy ours.
" Bumabangon ang ating ekonomiya. "
Natural Translation
Our economy is rising.
Literal Translation
Rising the our economy.
" Bagama't mabagal ang ekonomiya ngayon, naniniwala ang marami na uunlad ito sa mga darating na taon. "
Natural Translation
Although the economy is slow now, many believe that it will improve in the coming years.
Literal Translation
Although slow the economy now, believe the many that will-improve it in the coming years.
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