what is pantig

"Pantig" is a Filipino word that means "syllable" in English. It is a unit of organization for a sequence of speech sounds, typically made up of a syllable nucleus with optional initial and final margins. In Filipino, "pantig" is also used to refer to a small or tiny thing. The term "pantig" is used in the context of teaching Filipino language and is usually introduced to Grade 1 and Grade 2 students.