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either
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disability
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to encourage
long story
Pantawag
uk flag
/lˈɑːŋ stˈoːɹi/
(mahaba ang paliwanag)

(mahaba ang paliwanag)

mahabang kwento

Idiom
Informal

a thorough explanation of how something happened

example
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I got lost on my way here, but long story short, I finally made it.
She borrowed my car and, long story, it ended up needing major repairs.
What is the origin of the idiom "long story" and when to use it?

The idiom "long story" is an informal expression that has evolved over time to indicate a complex or time-consuming narrative. Its origin lies in the tendency of individuals to preface or follow up a detailed account with the phrase "long story" to warn listeners that the explanation may take a considerable amount of time. This idiom is a colloquial way of signaling that there is more information than can be conveniently conveyed in a brief or succinct manner.

coincidence
Pangngalan
c
k
oi
oʊɪ
n
n
c
s
i
ɪ
d
d
e
ə
n
n
c
s
e
(saba-sabay na pagkakataon)

(saba-sabay na pagkakataon)

kakalasan

a situation in which two things happen simultaneously by chance that is considered unusual

incredible
incredible
pang-uri
i
ɪ
n
n
c
k
r
r
e
ɛ
d
d
i
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e
(napakahanga-hanga)

(napakahanga-hanga)

kamangha-mangha

extremely great or large

toward
Preposisyon
t
t
o
ʊ
w
w
a
ɔ
r
r
d
d
(patungo sa)

(patungo sa)

tungo sa

in the direction of a particular person or thing

novelist
novelist
Pangngalan
n
n
o
ɑ
v
v
e
ə
l
l
i
ə
s
s
t
t
(manunulat ng nobela)

(manunulat ng nobela)

nobelist

a writer who explores characters, events, and themes in depth through long narrative stories, particularly novels

Who is a "novelist"?

A novelist is a writer who creates long works of fiction, typically in the form of novels, which are extended narratives that explore characters, plots, and themes in depth. A novelist crafts stories that can range from realistic portrayals of life to imaginative tales, using their skills in storytelling, character development, and plot construction to engage readers.

to release
to release
Pandiwa
r
r
e
i
l
l
ea
i
s
s
e
(pakawalan)

(pakawalan)

bitawan

to let go of something being held

hold

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
bunch
bunch
Pangngalan
b
b
u
ə
n
n
ch
ʧ
(barkada)

(barkada)

grupo

a group of people, often with something in common

to attach
to attach
Pandiwa
a
ə
tt
t
a
æ
ch
ʧ
(ikonekta)

(ikonekta)

ikabit

to physically connect or fasten something to another thing

detach

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

ditransitive
to reply
to reply
Pandiwa
r
r
e
ɪ
p
p
l
l
y
(tumugon)

(tumugon)

sumagot

to answer someone by writing or saying something

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
to spill
to spill
Pandiwa
s
s
p
p
i
ɪ
ll
l
(maglikha ng tulo)

(maglikha ng tulo)

magbuhos

to accidentally cause a liquid or substance to flow out of its container or onto a surface

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
fortunately
pang-abay
f
f
o
ɔ
r
r
t
ʧ
u
ə
n
n
a
ə
t
t
e
l
l
y
i
(sa kabutihang palad)

(sa kabutihang palad)

masuwerte

used to express that something positive or favorable has happened or is happening by chance

unfortunately

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay ng Paraan
flat tire
flat tire
Pangngalan
uk flag
/flˈæt tˈaɪɚ/
(nalambot na gulong)

(nalambot na gulong)

patag na gulong

a tire of a car, bike, etc. that has been deflated

What is a "flat tire"?

A flat tire refers to a tire that has lost air pressure, usually due to a puncture, leak, or damage. When a tire is flat, it becomes unable to properly support the weight of the vehicle, making it difficult or impossible to drive safely. This condition can cause the vehicle to handle poorly, and in some cases, it can lead to further damage if not addressed. A flat tire often requires repair or replacement to restore the vehicle's ability to drive properly.

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tambalang Pangngalan
coincidently
pang-abay
uk flag
/koʊˈɪnsɪdəntli/
(kadalasan)

(kadalasan)

sabay na nangyari

in a way that happens at the same time as something else

luckily
pang-abay
l
l
u
ə
ck
k
i
ə
l
l
y
i
(Biyernes ng kapalaran)

(Biyernes ng kapalaran)

Sa kabutihang palad

used to express that a positive outcome or situation occurred by chance

unfortunately

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay na Patanong
miraculously
pang-abay
m
m
i
ɜ
r
r
a
æ
c
k
u
j
ə
l
l
ou
ə
s
s
l
l
y
i
(sa di-inaasahang paraan)

(sa di-inaasahang paraan)

sa himalang paraan

in an unexpected manner that resembles a miracle

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay ng Paraan
sadly
sadly
pang-abay
s
s
a
æ
d
d
l
l
y
i
(sadya)

(sadya)

malungkot na

in a sorrowful or regretful manner

happily

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Kapantay
Pang-abay ng Paraan
strangely
strangely
pang-abay
s
s
t
t
r
r
a
n
n
g
ʤ
e
l
l
y
i
(nang mahiwaga)

(nang mahiwaga)

nang kakaiba

in a manner that is unusual or unexpected

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay ng Paraan
suddenly
suddenly
pang-abay
s
s
u
ʌ
dd
d
e
ə
n
n
l
l
y
i
(pagdaka)

(pagdaka)

bigla

in a way that is quick and unexpected

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Kapantay
Pang-abay ng Paraan
deaf
deaf
pang-uri
d
d
ea
ɛ
f
f
(sanggol na bingi)

(sanggol na bingi)

bingi

partly or completely unable to hear

hearing(a)
to break down
to break down
Pandiwa
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk dˈaʊn/
(bumigay)

(bumigay)

masira

(of a machine or vehicle) to stop working as a result of a malfunction

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
break
bahagi ng parirala
down
silence
silence
Pangngalan
s
s
i
l
l
e
ə
n
n
c
s
e
(tahimik)

(tahimik)

katahimikan

the absence of sound or noise, often creating a peaceful or uncomfortable atmosphere

either
pang-abay
ei
i
th
ð
e
ə
r
r
(pati siya)

(pati siya)

niya rin

used after negative statements to indicate a similarity between two situations or feelings

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay na Pangatnig
disability
disability
Pangngalan
d
d
i
ɪ
s
s
a
ə
b
b
i
ɪ
l
l
i
ɪ
t
t
y
i
(kapansanan ng katawan)

(kapansanan ng katawan)

kapansanan

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

What is a "disability"?

A disability is a physical, mental, sensory, or developmental condition that may limit a person's ability to perform certain tasks, participate in activities, or interact with their environment in the same way as others. Disabilities can vary widely in nature and seriousness, and they can appear from birth or later in life due to injury, illness, or other factors. People with disabilities may face challenges in areas such as movement, communication, learning, or daily living activities. However, with appropriate support, accommodations, and access to resources, individuals with disabilities can lead independent and fulfilling lives. It is important to promote acceptance and remove barriers to make sure of equal opportunities and participation for people with disabilities in all aspects of society.

nightmare
Pangngalan
n
n
i
gh
t
t
m
m
a
ɛ
r
r
e
(masamang panaginip)

(masamang panaginip)

bangungot

a very scary, unpleasant, or disturbing dream

lately
lately
pang-abay
l
l
a
t
t
e
l
l
y
i
(kakatapos lamang)

(kakatapos lamang)

kamakailan

in the recent period of time

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay ng Panahon
obviously
obviously
pang-abay
o
ɑ
b
b
v
v
iou
s
s
l
l
y
i
(oobvio)

(oobvio)

tiyak

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Pang-abay ng Antas
powerful
powerful
pang-uri
p
p
o
a
w
ʊ
e
ɜ
r
r
f
f
u
ə
l
l
(malakas)

(malakas)

makapangyarihan

possessing great strength or force

powerless
to audition
Pandiwa
au
ɑ
d
d
i
ɪ
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(mag-audition)

(mag-audition)

magsagawa ng audition

to give a short performance in order to get a role in a movie, play, show, etc.

to encourage
to encourage
Pandiwa
e
ɛ
n
n
c
k
ou
ɜ
r
r
a
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
(sustenido)

(sustenido)

hikayatin

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

discourage

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos

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