Pandugtong (en. Conjunction)

/panˈduɡtɔŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of speech that connects two words, phrases, or clauses.
The word 'and' is an example of a conjunction in a sentence.
Ang 'at' ay isang halimbawa ng pandugtong sa pangungusap.
A means of adding to an idea to prevent it from appearing disconnected.
Conjunctions are used so that ideas are cohesive in a paragraph.
Ginagamit ang pandugtong upang ang mga ideya ay magkasama sa isang talata.

Common Phrases and Expressions

and
A conjunction that expresses connection or combination.
at
or
A conjunction that connects two options.
o

Related Words

sentence
A collection of words with complete meaning.
pangungusap
verb
A part of speech that describes an action or movement.
pandiwa

Slang Meanings

something that adds excitement or keeps the story going
Juan really added a great twist, it made the story so much fun!
Iba talaga yung pandugtong na ginawa ni Juan, ang saya saya tuloy ng kwento!
something used to keep a conversation flowing
We need something to keep the conversation going, so it doesn't get awkward!
Kailangan ng pandugtong sa usapan, para hindi magkahawaan ng katahimikan!