harap
haráp with stress marks
front
Usage Note
Harap refers to the front side of a person, object, or space and is most commonly used in the phrase 'sa harap' to indicate position. In daily conversation, it also implies physical presence or face-to-face interaction when used in terms like 'harapan'.
Examples
" Nasa harap ng bahay ang kotse. "
Natural Translation
The car is in front of the house.
Literal Translation
At front of house the car.
" Tumayo ka sa harap ko. "
Natural Translation
Stand in front of me.
Literal Translation
Stand you in front me.
" Habang nagsasalita ang guro sa harap ng klase, tahimik na nakikinig ang lahat ng mag-aaral. "
Natural Translation
While the teacher was speaking in front of the class, all the students listened quietly.
Literal Translation
While speaking the teacher in front of class, quietly listening the all of students.
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