What Is “Duwende” In English? (Answers)
DUWENDE IN ENGLISH – This article will teach you about the English translation of the word “duwende” based on the context of the sentence.
There are several Filipino words that don’t have a direct translation in English, that’s why we need context in order to fully translate them.
What is “Duwende”?
“Duwende” is a Tagalog term that refers to a supernatural creature of folk tales that typically represented as a small, elusive figure in human form with magical powers, pointed ears, and a capricious nature.
What is “Duwende” in English?
“Duwende” can be directly translated as “elf” or “goblin”. The use of this word, however, may depend on the context of the sentence.
Here are some example sentences:
- Nakakita ng duwende si Carla sa daan.
- Sinabi ni Danica kay Marco na kasingpangit niya ang mga duwende.
- Interesado sina Bea at Betty na makita ang mga duwende sa gubat.
- Tinanong ni George si Leah kung pandak ba ang mga duwende.
- Hindi naniniwala sa duwende sina Ben at Bob.
In English, these sentences could be translated as:
- Carla meets an elf on the street.
- Danica told Marco that goblins are just as ugly as he is.
- Bea and Betty are interested in seeing elves in the forest.
- George asks Leah if goblins are short.
- Ben and Bob didn’t believe in elves.
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