From root: huli
Usage Note
Panghuli is typically used as a descriptor for the final item or person in a list or series.
Examples
" Ikaw ang panghuli. "
Natural Translation
You are the last one.
Literal Translation
You the last.
" Siya ang panghuli sa listahan. "
Natural Translation
He/she is the last one on the list.
Literal Translation
He/she the last in list.
" Ang panghuling tanong sa pagsusulit ang pinakamahirap kaya marami ang hindi nakasagot nito. "
Natural Translation
The last question on the exam was the hardest, so many were unable to answer it.
Literal Translation
The last question at exam the hardest so many the not able-answer this.
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