From root: tanong
Usage Note
Matanong describes a person who is fond of asking many questions or is naturally curious.
Examples
" Matanong ang anak ko. "
Natural Translation
My child is inquisitive.
Literal Translation
Inquisitive the child my.
" Masyadong matanong ang guro. "
Natural Translation
The teacher is too inquisitive.
Literal Translation
Too inquisitive the teacher.
" Dahil masyadong matanong ang batang lalaki, palagi siyang gustong malaman kung paano gumagana ang lahat ng bagay. "
Natural Translation
Because the little boy is so inquisitive, he always wants to know how everything works.
Literal Translation
Because too inquisitive the child male, always he wants to-know if how works the all of things.
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