1. Like, As if, Seems Like:
* This is the most common meaning of "parang". It's used to express a similarity or resemblance.
* Examples:
* "Parang gusto ko ng ice cream." (It seems like I want ice cream.)
* "Parang nakita ko na siya." (It seems like I've seen him before.)
* "Parang ang sarap ng luto mo." (It seems like your cooking is delicious.)
2. As:
* This meaning is similar to the first, but it emphasizes a comparison rather than just similarity.
* Example:
* "Parang bata siya kumilos." (He acts like a child.)
3. A Long, Straight Knife:
* This is a more specific meaning, referring to a machete-like knife commonly used in the Philippines.
* Examples:
* "May parang ba kayo?" (Do you have a parang?)
* "Ginagamit nila ang parang sa pagputol ng kahoy." (They use parangs to cut wood.)
4. A Tool for Cutting
* This meaning is similar to the previous one, but it's more general and can refer to any tool used for cutting.
* Example:
* "May parang ba kayo para sa papel?" (Do you have a cutter for the paper?)
To understand the meaning of "parang" in a sentence, you need to consider the context.