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/ngâ/

nga

2 meanings · particle

particle

1

indeed; really; certainly (emphasis particle)

Also accepted:of courseas expectedsurely

Nakita ko nga siya.

I did indeed see him.

Tama nga ang nanay.

Mother is definitely right.

2

please (softens a request)

Kumain ka nga.

You should eat! / Please eat!

Pakiabot nga ng asin?

Please pass the salt.

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