timog
tímog with stress marks
south
Usage Note
Timog is the standard word for 'south' and is used in both everyday directions and formal geographical names. A common example is 'Timog-Silangang Asya' for Southeast Asia.
Examples
" Nasa timog ang aming bahay. "
Natural Translation
Our house is in the south.
Literal Translation
In south the our house.
" Maraming magagandang lugar sa timog. "
Natural Translation
There are many beautiful places in the south.
Literal Translation
Many beautiful places in south.
" Mas mainit ang panahon sa timog ng bansa kaysa sa hilaga, lalo na tuwing tag-araw. "
Natural Translation
The weather in the south of the country is hotter than in the north, especially during summer.
Literal Translation
More hot the weather in south of-the country than in north, especially every summer.
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