ito
itó with stress marks
this (near speaker)
Usage Note
Ito refers to something near or held by the speaker and is frequently shortened to 'to' in casual conversation. It is commonly used at the beginning of a sentence to identify or introduce objects.
Examples
" Ito ang libro ko. "
Natural Translation
This is my book.
Literal Translation
This the book my.
" Ito ay aking lapis. "
Natural Translation
This is my pencil.
Literal Translation
This is my pencil.
" Ito ang regalong binili ko para sa iyo nang dumaan ako sa palengke kanina. "
Natural Translation
This is the gift I bought for you when I passed by the market earlier.
Literal Translation
This the gift bought I for to you when passed I in market earlier.
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