From root: linaw
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nilinaw
ni-li-NAW
clarified
Present (Incomplete)
nililinaw
ni-li-li-NAW
clarifying
Future (Contemplated)
lilinawin
li-li-na-WIN
will clarify
Usage Note
Linawin is used when someone needs to clear up a misunderstanding or make a statement more explicit to ensure everyone is on the same page. It is often used in both professional contexts and serious personal conversations to avoid confusion.
Examples
" Linawin mo ang sinabi mo. "
Natural Translation
Clarify what you said.
Literal Translation
Clarify you the said your.
" Kailangan mong linawin ang sagot mo. "
Natural Translation
You need to clarify your answer.
Literal Translation
Need you clarify the answer your.
" Bago tayo magdesisyon, gusto kong linawin ang ilang punto na hindi ko pa lubusang naiintindihan. "
Natural Translation
Before we decide, I want to clarify a few points that I don't yet fully understand.
Literal Translation
Before we decide, want I-link clarify the some point that not I yet fully understood.
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