Previous in Tagalog

“Previous” in Tagalog is “Nakaraan” or “Nauna”, referring to something that happened or existed before the current time or event. Understanding this term helps you discuss past events, experiences, and sequences in Filipino conversations.

Definition:

• Previous /ˈpriː.vi.əs/
• Adjective: Existing or occurring before in time or order
• Adjective: Coming before something in position or sequence
• Adjective: Former; prior to the present

Tagalog Synonyms: Nakaraan, Nauna, Dating, Noon, Dati

Examples:

• English: I learned from my previous mistakes and improved my approach.
• Tagalog: Natuto ako mula sa aking nakaraang pagkakamali at pinabuti ko ang aking diskarte.

• English: The previous owner of this house was a famous artist.
• Tagalog: Ang nakaraang may-ari ng bahay na ito ay isang sikat na artista.

• English: Please refer to the previous page for more information.
• Tagalog: Pakitignan ang naunang pahina para sa karagdagang impormasyon.

• English: Her previous job was more demanding than her current position.
• Tagalog: Ang kanyang dating trabaho ay mas mahirap kaysa sa kanyang kasalukuyang posisyon.

• English: We discussed this issue in our previous meeting last week.
• Tagalog: Tinalakay natin ang isyung ito sa ating nakaraang pulong noong nakaraang linggo.