Kalookan
Kalookán with stress marks
city in Metro Manila
Usage Note
Kalookan is a highly urbanized city in Metro Manila, uniquely divided into two non-contiguous parts by Quezon City. It is one of the most populous cities in the Philippines and is known for its markets and as a center of commerce in northern Metro Manila.
Examples
" Nakatira ako sa Kalookan. "
Natural Translation
I live in Caloocan.
Literal Translation
Living I in Kalookan.
" Lumaki si Lola sa Kalookan bago lumipat sa probinsya. "
Natural Translation
Grandma grew up in Caloocan before moving to the province.
Literal Translation
Grew-up Grandma in Kalookan before moved to-the province.
" Kakaiba ang Kalookan dahil hinahati ito ng Lungsod ng Quezon sa dalawang magkalayong bahagi. "
Natural Translation
Caloocan is unusual because Quezon City divides it into two separate parts.
Literal Translation
Unusual the Kalookan because dividing it the City of Quezon into two far-apart parts.
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