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What is the meaning of wow in tagalog?

There's no single direct translation for "wow" in Tagalog that perfectly captures its meaning and feeling. However, depending on the context, here are some options:

For expressing surprise or amazement:

* Wow! - This is often used directly, especially by younger Filipinos.

* Grabe! - This is a more common and emphatic expression meaning "Wow!" or "Goodness!"

* Ang galing! - This translates to "How amazing!" or "That's incredible!"

* Ang ganda! - This means "How beautiful!" and is used for something visually impressive.

* Ang laki! - This means "How big!" and is used for something large or impressive in size.

For expressing admiration or approval:

* Ang galing! - This can also be used to express admiration for someone's skill or talent.

* Napakaganda! - This means "Very beautiful!" and conveys strong admiration.

* Nakakamangha! - This translates to "Amazing!" or "Astounding!"

The best Tagalog equivalent for "wow" will depend on the specific situation and the emotion you want to convey.

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