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    Eksento (en. Accent)

    ek-sen-to

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A sound or articulation that emphasizes a syllable in a word.
    The word 'música' has an accent on the second syllable.
    Ang salitang 'música' ay may eksento sa pangalawang pantig.
    The manner of pronunciation that indicates a specific region or culture.
    Each person from the Visayas has a different accent compared to those from Luzon.
    May ibang eksento ang bawat taga-Bisaya kumpara sa mga taga-Luzon.
    A part of the sounds in a language that is often emphasized.
    Accent is important in understanding the meaning of a sentence.
    Mahalaga ang ekse nto sa pag-unawa ng kahulugan ng isang pangungusap.

    Etymology

    Spanish word 'acentu', meaning 'accent' or 'to accentuate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    has an accent
    there is a part emphasized in a word or sentence
    may eksento

    Related Words

    intonation
    The method of changing tone in speaking that conveys different meanings.
    intonasyon
    spelling
    The representation or writing of words according to the correct letters or symbols.
    pagbaybay

    Slang Meanings

    Really good
    This music is really good, it's fun to listen to!
    Sobrang eksento ng music na to, ang saya pakinggan!
    Perfect timing
    Your arrival is perfect timing, it was just right for Mark's birthday!
    Eksento ang pagdating mo, sakto lang sa birthday ni Mark!
    Just right
    The food is just right in taste!
    Yung pagkain, eksento sa lasa!