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    Nang (en. When)

    naŋ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    preposition
    Used as a preposition that connects something to a situation or condition.
    He arrived early at school.
    Dumating siya nang maaga sa paaralan.
    adverb
    Indicates time, such as when an action occurred.
    He studied hard when he passed.
    Matagal na siyang nag-aral nang siya'y pumasa.
    Shows the sequence of events.
    He went home after their class was over.
    Umuwi siya nang matapos ang kanilang klase.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'nga'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    later on
    after a certain period or event
    nang maglaon
    when he/she arrived
    when he/she had arrived
    nang dumating

    Related Words

    when
    A word that describes a past time.
    noong
    if
    A word used for options or conditions.
    kung

    Slang Meanings

    like (it's like)
    When you guys are so happy, it's like you're just kids!
    Nang ang saya saya niyo, parang bata lang kayo!
    when
    When I was studying, I always had sinigang as my meal.
    Nang nag-aaral pa ako, laging inuulam ko ang sinigang.
    because
    When there was no one at the party, because I was late.
    Nang walang tao sa party, kasi late ako.