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kanto

kánto with stress marks

street corner; edge

noun KAN-to Spanish origin Less Common
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Usage Note

Kanto is frequently used when giving directions to refer to a street corner or the physical edge of an object. Culturally, it is a central part of Filipino neighborhood life, often serving as a common spot for informal social gatherings.

Examples

Beginner

" Tumindig tayo sa kanto. "

Natural Translation

Let's stand at the corner.

Literal Translation

Stand we at corner.

Intermediate

" Nasa kanto ang bahay ko. "

Natural Translation

My house is at the corner.

Literal Translation

At the corner is my house.

Advanced

" Sa kanto ng kalye namin ay may maliit na tindahan kung saan madalas magtipon ang mga kapitbahay tuwing gabi. "

Natural Translation

At the corner of our street there is a small store where the neighbors often gather every evening.

Literal Translation

At corner of street our there small store where often gather the neighbors every evening.

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Actor Focus Verbs

magkanto AF VERB

to hang out at a corner

Object Focus Verbs

ikanto OF VERB

to place at a corner

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