teknolohiya
teknolohíya with stress marks
technology
Usage Note
Teknolohiya is the standard Filipino word for technology, adapted from English. It is used widely in education, government, and media to discuss technological progress and innovation. The phrase 'agham at teknolohiya' (science and technology) is a standard curriculum subject in Philippine schools.
Examples
" Mahilig ako sa bagong teknolohiya. "
Natural Translation
I like new technology.
Literal Translation
Fond I of new technology.
" Mabilis ang pag-unlad ng teknolohiya ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The progress of technology today is fast.
Literal Translation
Fast the progress of technology today.
" Kahit napakahalaga ng teknolohiya sa buhay natin ngayon, kailangan pa rin nating gamitin ito nang may pag-iingat. "
Natural Translation
Even though technology is very important in our lives today, we still need to use it with care.
Literal Translation
Even very-important the technology in life our now, need still we to-use it with care.
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