From root: ahas
Usage Note
Maahas describes a location or area known for having many snakes. It serves as a warning for people to be careful when walking through long grass or thick forests.
Examples
" Maahas ang damuhan dito. "
Natural Translation
The grassy area here is snake-infested.
Literal Translation
Snake-infested the grassland here.
" Maahas sa lugar na iyon kaya mag-ingat kayo. "
Natural Translation
That place is snake-infested so be careful.
Literal Translation
Snake-infested in place that so be-careful you.
" Ayon sa mga magsasaka, maahas ang gilid ng sapa kaya hindi sila dumaraan doon kapag gabi na. "
Natural Translation
According to the farmers, the edge of the creek is snake-infested, so they do not pass through there once it is night.
Literal Translation
According to-the farmers, snake-infested the edge of-the creek so not they passing there when night already.
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