eksposisyon
eksposisyón with stress marks
exposition
Usage Note
Eksposisyon is used in literary and academic contexts for the introductory or explanatory section of a narrative or argument, and also refers to a large-scale public exhibition or trade fair. Both meanings are in active use in Philippine schools and media.
Examples
" Mataas ang eksportasyon ng saging. "
Natural Translation
The exportation of bananas is high.
Literal Translation
High the exportation of banana.
" Sa eksposisyon ng nobela, ipinakilala ang lahat ng pangunahing tauhan. "
Natural Translation
In the novel's exposition, all the main characters were introduced.
Literal Translation
In-the exposition of-the novel, introduced the all of-the main characters.
" Kapag bumagsak ang presyo ng langis sa mundo, apektado rin ang eksportasyon ng iba pang produkto mula sa ating bansa. "
Natural Translation
When the world price of oil drops, the exportation of other products from our country is also affected.
Literal Translation
When fell the price of oil in world, affected also the exportation of other products from our country.
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