Row in Tagalog

Row in Tagalog translates to “hanay” (line/arrangement), “away” (quarrel), or “gumagaod” (to paddle), depending on context. Understanding these distinct meanings helps Filipino learners grasp how English homonyms function across different situations. Discover the complete linguistic breakdown with pronunciation guides, synonyms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Row

[Definition]:

• Row /roʊ/ (Noun 1): A line of people or things arranged next to each other.
• Row /raʊ/ (Noun 2): A noisy argument or quarrel.
• Row /roʊ/ (Verb): To propel a boat using oars.

[Synonyms] = Hanay, Pila, Hilera, Linya (for line); Away, Alitan, Bangayan, Sigawan (for quarrel); Gumagaod, Sumagwan, Magsagwan, Sagwan (for rowing).

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The students stood in a neat row waiting for the school bus to arrive.
Ex1_PH: Ang mga estudyante ay nakatayo sa isang maayos na hanay na naghihintay para sa school bus na dumating.

Ex2_EN: They had a terrible row about money and didn’t speak for days.
Ex2_PH: Nagkaroon sila ng matinding away tungkol sa pera at hindi nagsalita ng ilang araw.

Ex3_EN: We decided to row across the lake early in the morning.
Ex3_PH: Nagpasya kaming gumagaod sa buong lawa nang maaga sa umaga.

Ex4_EN: Please arrange the chairs in a single row for the presentation.
Ex4_PH: Pakiayos ang mga upuan sa isang hanay para sa presentasyon.

Ex5_EN: The neighbors had a loud row that woke up everyone on the street.
Ex5_PH: Ang mga kapitbahay ay nagkaroon ng malakas na alitan na ginising ang lahat sa kalye.