From root: sunod
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
sumunod
su-mu-NOD
followed
Present (Incomplete)
sumusunod
su-mu-su-NOD
following
Future (Contemplated)
susunod
su-su-NOD
will follow
Usage Note
Sumunod is used when expressing obedience to commands and rules or when physically trailing behind someone. In Filipino culture, it highlights the importance of respecting authority figures and elder family members.
Examples
" Sumunod ka sa akin. "
Natural Translation
Follow me.
Literal Translation
Follow you at me.
" Kailangan nating sumunod sa patakaran. "
Natural Translation
We need to follow the rules.
Literal Translation
Need we follow at rules.
" Kahit hindi siya sang-ayon, sumunod pa rin siya sa utos ng kanyang amo para hindi magkagulo. "
Natural Translation
Even though he didn't agree, he still followed his boss's order so there wouldn't be any trouble.
Literal Translation
Even-though not he agree, followed still he at order of his boss so not trouble.
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