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kompyuter

kompyúter with stress marks

computer

noun kom-PYU-ter English origin Less Common
Illustration of "kompyuter" (computer)

Usage Note

Kompyuter is the localized spelling of the English word, commonly used in formal writing and textbooks. In daily conversation and digital communication, many Filipinos switch between this spelling and the original English version.

Examples

Beginner

" Sira ang kompyuter ko. "

Natural Translation

My computer is broken.

Literal Translation

Broken the computer my.

Intermediate

" May kompyuter ako sa opisina. "

Natural Translation

I have a computer at the office.

Literal Translation

I have a computer in the office.

Advanced

" Kailangan kong ayusin ang kompyuter bago ako magtrabaho dahil hindi ito mabuksan kaninang umaga. "

Natural Translation

I need to fix the computer before I work because it wouldn't turn on this morning.

Literal Translation

Need I to-fix the computer before I to-work because not it to-be-opened earlier-this morning.

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