From root: amo
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nang-amo
na-nga-MO
soothed
Present (Incomplete)
nang-aamo
na-nga-a-MO
soothing
Future (Contemplated)
mang-aamo
ma-nga-a-MO
will soothe
Usage Note
Mang-amo is used when trying to placate or soften the mood of someone who is angry or cold, often to win back their favor. It carries a sense of 'taming' or 'soothing' an upset person through gentle words or gestures.
Examples
" Sinubukan niyang mang-amo sa bata. "
Natural Translation
She tried to soothe the child.
Literal Translation
Tried she soothe at child.
" Nakita ko siyang mang-amo sa aso. "
Natural Translation
I saw him soothe the dog.
Literal Translation
Saw I him soothe at dog.
" Kahit anong gawin niyang mang-amo, ayaw pa ring lumambot ang puso ng galit niyang asawa. "
Natural Translation
No matter how he tried to soothe her, his angry wife's heart still wouldn't soften.
Literal Translation
Even what do he soothe, dislike still soften the heart of angry his spouse.
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