From root: kinig
Usage Note
Pakikinig refers to the intentional act of paying attention to sound. Mahalaga ang pakikinig sa guro means listening to the teacher is important.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang pakikinig sa klase. "
Natural Translation
Listening in class is important.
Literal Translation
Important the listening at class.
" Ang pakikinig ay mahalagang kasanayan. "
Natural Translation
Listening is an important skill.
Literal Translation
The act of listening is important skill.
" Ang maingat na pakikinig sa damdamin ng iba ay tanda ng tunay na pagmamalasakit at paggalang. "
Natural Translation
Careful listening to the feelings of others is a sign of true concern and respect.
Literal Translation
The careful that listening at feeling of other is sign of true that concern and respect.
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