makadungog

to hear; can hearverb

Alternative meanings

To perceive a sound with the ear; to become aware of something through hearing. It is especially used for the ability or action of hearing something.

Pronunciation

mah-kah-DOON-gog

Root and affixes

From the root dungog/dungug, related to hearing or listening. Maka- expresses ability or possibility: to be able to hear.

Variants or conjugations

dungog; dungug; nakadungog; madungog; dunggon; paminaw

Related words and expressions

listen; listening; sound; ear; noise; music

Meaning and usage notes

Makadungog focuses on hearing or perceiving a sound. Maminaw is more about listening attentively or heeding.