gitna
gitnâ with stress marks
middle; center
Usage Note
Gitna refers to the center or middle point of a physical space or period of time. It is most commonly used in the phrase 'sa gitna ng' (in the middle of) to describe being in the midst of a location, an event, or a situation.
Examples
" Nasa gitna ang mesa. "
Natural Translation
The table is in the middle.
Literal Translation
At middle the table.
" Nasa gitna siya ng kalsada. "
Natural Translation
He/she is in the middle of the road.
Literal Translation
At middle he/she of road.
" Sa gitna ng matinding ulan, naglakad pa rin kami pauwi dahil wala nang ibang masasakyan. "
Natural Translation
In the middle of the heavy rain, we still walked home because there was no other ride.
Literal Translation
At middle of heavy rain, walked still we homeward because none anymore other can-ride.
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