ekstemporaneo
ekstemporáneo with stress marks
extemporaneous
Usage Note
Ekstemporaneo is used primarily in academic and public-speaking contexts to describe a speech or performance delivered without prior preparation. Extemporaneous speaking competitions are popular in Philippine schools and universities and are considered a respected academic skill.
Examples
" Natakot siya sa ekspulsyon. "
Natural Translation
He/She was afraid of expulsion.
Literal Translation
Afraid he/she in expulsion.
" Ang kanyang talumpati ay ekstemporaneo. "
Natural Translation
His/Her speech is extemporaneous.
Literal Translation
The his/her speech is extemporaneous.
" Kung mahuhuli pang muli na nandaraya sa pagsusulit, malamang na ang ekspulsyon ang kahaharapin ng estudyante. "
Natural Translation
If he is caught cheating on the exam yet again, the student will likely face expulsion.
Literal Translation
If caught still again that cheating in exam, likely that the expulsion the will-face of student.
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