Hanapin
to modify
01
baguhin, iayos
to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better
Transitive: to modify sth
Example
The tailor often modifies dresses to ensure a perfect fit.
The software developer must modify the code to address a minor bug in the program.
The teacher modified the lesson plan and saw positive results in student engagement.
02
baguhin, i-adjust
to alter something in order to make it less extreme or intense
Transitive: to modify sth
Example
The professor modified the exam requirements to make it less challenging for the students.
The speaker modified their language to make their argument less confrontational and more diplomatic.
The coach modified the training program to make it less intense for the injured athlete.
03
baguhin, magdagdag ng impormasyon sa
to add additional information to a word, phrase, or clause
Transitive: to modify a word, phrase, or clause
Example
Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns to provide descriptive details.
Prepositional phrases can modify nouns or verbs by providing information about location, time, manner, or direction.
04
baguhin, palitan
to alter or change the genetic makeup of an organism through genetic engineering techniques
Transitive: to modify genes or cells
Example
The team modified the plant ’s DNA to improve its nutrient profile and shelf life.
Researchers have successfully modified bacteria to produce insulin for medical treatments.
In the lab, they modified the mosquito genome to reduce the spread of malaria.
Halimbawa
The tailor often modifies dresses to ensure a perfect fit.
The software developer must modify the code to address a minor bug in the program.
The teacher modified the lesson plan and saw positive results in student engagement.
The architect proposed to modify the building layout to improve its functionality.
Engineers need to modify the design slightly to enhance the performance of the machine.
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