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Espiya

English

Spy.noun

Pronunciation

es-PEE-yah

Root and affixes

Adapted loanword from espía/spy.

Meaning and usage notes

Espiya is used for a person who spies; tiktik can refer to an informant or snitch depending on context.

People & Relationships / Government, Politics & Law
Example 1

Ang espiya nangita og sekreto nga impormasyon.

The spy looks for secret information.

Example 2

Gidakop ang espiya sa seguridad.

The spy was captured by security.

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