From root: paano
Usage Note
Paano-ano is used when asking for a detailed or multi-step explanation of a process. It suggests that the speaker is looking for a breakdown of various methods or parts of an action.
Examples
" Paano-ano ito ginagawa? "
Natural Translation
Exactly how is this done?
Literal Translation
Specifically-how this is-done?
" Paano-ano ang gagawin mo? "
Natural Translation
Specifically how will you do it?
Literal Translation
Specifically-how the will-do you?
" Bago ako magsimula, gusto kong malaman nang paano-ano ang buong proseso ng aplikasyon. "
Natural Translation
Before I begin, I want to know step by step exactly how the whole application process works.
Literal Translation
Before I begin, want I to-know the specifically-how the whole process of application.
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