kaugnay
kaúgnay with stress marks
related to, connected
From root: ugnay
Usage Note
Kaugnay is commonly used in formal writing, academic papers, and news reports to indicate that two topics or issues are connected or related. The phrase 'kaugnay nito' (related to this) is a standard discourse connector in Filipino journalism and academic writing.
Examples
" Kaugnay ito ng aralin. "
Natural Translation
This is related to the lesson.
Literal Translation
Related this of-the lesson.
" Kaugnay ng isyung ito, nagbigay ng pahayag ang pangulo. "
Natural Translation
In relation to this issue, the president issued a statement.
Literal Translation
Related to-the issue this, gave a statement the president.
" Kaugnay nito, nagpaalala ang paaralan sa mga magulang na magbayad ng matrikula bago matapos ang buwan. "
Natural Translation
In connection with this, the school reminded the parents to pay tuition before the end of the month.
Literal Translation
Related to-this, reminded the school to the parents to-pay of tuition before ends the month.
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