Turn in Tagalog

“Turn” in Tagalog translates to “liko”, “ikot”, “pihit”, or “ipasa” depending on the context. This versatile word can mean to rotate, change direction, submit something, or transform into something else. Explore the various meanings and practical examples of this commonly used word below.

[Words] = Turn

[Definition]:

• Turn /tɜːrn/
• Verb 1: To move in a circular direction wholly or partly around an axis or point.
• Verb 2: To change or cause to change direction.
• Verb 3: To submit or hand in something (turn in).
• Noun 1: An act of moving something in a circular direction around an axis or point.
• Noun 2: A change of direction when moving.
• Noun 3: An opportunity or obligation to do something that comes to each of several people in succession.

[Synonyms] = Liko, Ikot, Pihit, Ipasa, Isumite, Pagbabago, Pagliko, Turno

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Please turn left at the next intersection.
• Ex1_PH: Mangyaring lumiko sa kaliwa sa susunod na kanto.
• Ex2_EN: Don’t forget to turn in your homework before Friday.
• Ex2_PH: Huwag kalimutang ipasa ang iyong takdang-aralin bago ang Biyernes.
• Ex3_EN: Turn the knob clockwise to open the door.
• Ex3_PH: Pihitin ang sisidlan pakanan upang buksan ang pinto.
• Ex4_EN: It’s your turn to present in front of the class.
• Ex4_PH: Turno mo nang mag-present sa harap ng klase.
• Ex5_EN: The caterpillar will turn into a beautiful butterfly.
• Ex5_PH: Ang uod ay magiging isang magandang paru-paro.