From root: kilala
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
ipinakilala
i-pi-na-ki-la-LA
introduced
Present (Incomplete)
ipinapakilala
i-pi-na-pa-ki-la-LA
introducing
Future (Contemplated)
ipakikilala
i-pa-ki-ki-la-LA
will introduce
Usage Note
Ipakilala is used when introducing someone to another person or a group, focusing on the person being introduced as the object of the action. It is essential for social etiquette in both formal and informal gatherings to build new connections.
Examples
" Ipakilala mo ako sa kanya. "
Natural Translation
Introduce me to him.
Literal Translation
Introduce you me to him.
" Gusto kong ipakilala ang kaibigan ko. "
Natural Translation
I want to introduce my friend.
Literal Translation
Want I introduce the friend my.
" Bago magsimula ang pulong, gusto kong ipakilala sa inyo ang bagong kasapi ng aming koponan. "
Natural Translation
Before the meeting starts, I'd like to introduce to you the newest member of our team.
Literal Translation
Before begin the meeting, want I introduce to you the new member of our team.
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