representa
representá with stress marks
represent
Usage Note
Representa is a Spanish verb root to which Tagalog affixes attach — mag-representa and i-representa are the common forms in formal and political contexts. The native equivalent kumatawan exists, but representa is preferred in government, sports, and cultural representation discussions.
Examples
" Gusto kong i-representa ang paaralan. "
Natural Translation
I want to represent the school.
Literal Translation
Want I to-represent the school.
" Gusto ko representa ang ating bayan. "
Natural Translation
I want to represent our town.
Literal Translation
Want I represent the our town.
" Pinili siya ng mga kasama upang mag-representa sa kanila sa darating na pambansang paligsahan. "
Natural Translation
His companions chose him to represent them in the coming national competition.
Literal Translation
Chosen he by-the companions in-order-to represent to them in coming national competition.
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