Gaano (Gano): Tagalog Question Word
how (extent, degree, quantity)
gaano
ka- + adjective root
how big,
fast etc.
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Gaano kalaki ang bahay? |
How big is the house? |
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Gaano kabilis tumakbo si Fred? |
How fast does Fred run? How fast did Fred run? |
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Gaano kadalas magluto’ si John? |
How often does John cook? |
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Gaano karami? |
How much? How many? |
Plural: gaano ka- +rep1 + adjective root
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Gaano kalaki ang mga bahay? Gaano kalalaki ang mga bahay? |
How big are the houses? |
Note: Using the plural form is optional.
See also: Syllable repetition (p. 27)
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