tanong
tanóng with stress marks
question; query; to inquire
Usage Note
Tanong is the base word for 'question' and the root for essential verbs like magtanong (to ask) and itanong (to ask about something). It is an indispensable word in daily life, whether you are seeking directions or clarification in a conversation.
Examples
" May tanong ako sa iyo. "
Natural Translation
I have a question for you.
Literal Translation
There-is question I to you.
" May tanong ang bata. "
Natural Translation
The child has a question.
Literal Translation
There is a question from the child.
" Kung may tanong ka tungkol sa leksyon, huwag kang mahiyang magtaas ng kamay sa klase. "
Natural Translation
If you have a question about the lesson, don't be shy to raise your hand in class.
Literal Translation
If there-is question you about the lesson, not you be-shy to-raise of hand in class.
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