From root: sulat
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
isinulat
i-si-nu-LAT
wrote something
Present (Incomplete)
isinusulat
i-si-nu-su-LAT
is writing something
Future (Contemplated)
isusulat
i-su-su-LAT
will write something
Usage Note
Isulat is an object-focus verb used when the specific piece of information or the thing being written down is the focus of the sentence. It is commonly used in instructional settings or when asking someone to record specific details on paper or a digital device.
Examples
" Isulat mo ang sagot. "
Natural Translation
Write the answer.
Literal Translation
Write you the answer.
" Kailangan mong isulat ang pangalan mo. "
Natural Translation
You need to write your name.
Literal Translation
Need you write the name your.
" Bago ka umalis, isulat mo ang lahat ng kailangan kong bilhin para hindi ako makalimot sa palengke. "
Natural Translation
Before you leave, write down everything I need to buy so I won't forget at the market.
Literal Translation
Before you leave, write you the all that need I to-buy so not I forget at-the market.
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