From root: usap
Usage Note
Pangungusap is the linguistic term for a sentence. It is used frequently in academic settings and when discussing grammar.
Examples
" Maikli ang pangungusap na ito. "
Natural Translation
This sentence is short.
Literal Translation
Short the sentence that this.
" Gumawa ka ng isang pangungusap. "
Natural Translation
Make one sentence.
Literal Translation
Make you of one sentence.
" Bago ka magsulat ng talata, siguraduhin mong tama ang bawat pangungusap at maayos ang daloy ng iyong mga ideya. "
Natural Translation
Before you write a paragraph, make sure that every sentence is correct and the flow of your ideas is smooth.
Literal Translation
Before you write of paragraph, make-sure you correct the each sentence and orderly the flow of your ideas.
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