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Meaning of ngay | Babel Free

Adverb CEFR B1
ˈŋaj

Definitions

  1. Used to question the listener
  2. for a response or affirmation
  3. that implies impatience.
  4. that implies dismay or disgust.
  5. Used to agree with what the listener has said.
  6. Used for emphasis
  7. Used to solicit pity from the listener

Examples

“Ikaw ngay?”

What about you?

“Nasan ka na ngay?”

Where are you? [I have been waiting for so long!]

“Ano ngay yan?”

What the heck is that?

“Oo ngay.”

Yes, [I agree with you].

“Wala ngay akong magagawa.”

I wasn't really able to do anything.

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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