Pakinggan natin ang awit na ito habang kumakain tayo.

Let us listen to this song while we eat.

Breakdown of Pakinggan natin ang awit na ito habang kumakain tayo.

• ito: this
• kumain: to eat
• tayo: we
• habang: while
• pakinggan: to listen
• ang awit: the song

Questions & Answers about Pakinggan natin ang awit na ito habang kumakain tayo.

Why is pakinggan used here instead of makinig?

Both pakinggan and makinig revolve around the idea of “to listen,” but pakinggan is used as a command or suggestion (imperative/hortative form) meaning “let’s listen to.” Meanwhile, makinig usually means “to listen” in a more general sense (as in “to listen to something”). Here, since we’re giving an instruction or inviting someone to do something (“Let’s listen!”), pakinggan is appropriate.

What does natin mean in English?

Natin means “our” or “us” in an inclusive sense (including the speaker and the listener). In this context, pakinggan natin translates roughly to “let’s (both/all) listen.”

Why do we say awit instead of kanta?

Awit and kanta both refer to a song, but awit is a more traditional or formal term for “song,” while kanta is more casual or colloquial. They can be used interchangeably in most everyday contexts, but many Filipinos prefer awit in more formal or poetic situations.

What is the role of habang in this sentence?

Habang means “while.” It suggests that one action is happening at the same time as another. In this sentence, it indicates that listening to the song and eating are taking place simultaneously.

Why is kumakain tayo used instead of another tense?

Kumakain tayo is in the incomplete (progressive) aspect. It focuses on an action that is in progress, or generally ongoing. Because the sentence suggests “while we are in the process of eating,” the progressive form kumakain is more natural to express that continuing action.