Meaning
Describing a large canine.
Cultural Background
Dogs are often kept for security. A 'malaking aso' is highly valued as a guard dog. In condos, large dogs are sometimes restricted, making them a status symbol. Dogs are often free-roaming. A 'malaking aso' is respected by other animals. Dogs are often characters in movies, representing loyalty.
Use the linker
Always remember to add '-ng' to 'malaki' when it comes before a noun.
Context matters
In the Philippines, dogs are family. Be respectful when talking about them.
Meaning
Describing a large canine.
Use the linker
Always remember to add '-ng' to 'malaki' when it comes before a noun.
Context matters
In the Philippines, dogs are family. Be respectful when talking about them.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct linker.
Ito ay isang malaki___ aso.
Since 'malaki' ends in a vowel, we use '-ng'.
Which is the correct way to say 'big dog'?
Choose the correct phrase.
The standard collocation is 'malaking aso'.
Match the phrase with its meaning.
Match: Malaking aso
Malaki = Big, Aso = Dog.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Anong nakita mo?' B: 'Nakakita ako ng ______.'
The context implies a dog.
🎉 Score: /4
Practice Bank
4 exercisesIto ay isang malaki___ aso.
Since 'malaki' ends in a vowel, we use '-ng'.
Choose the correct phrase.
The standard collocation is 'malaking aso'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Malaki = Big, Aso = Dog.
A: 'Anong nakita mo?' B: 'Nakakita ako ng ______.'
The context implies a dog.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsUsually yes, but it can be used metaphorically for a powerful person.
No, it should be 'malaking aso' because 'malaki' ends in a vowel.
Related Phrases
Maliit na aso
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Matapang na aso
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