From root: anak
Usage Note
Kamag-anak is a general term for any relative within your extended family. It is common to ask someone if they have any relatives living in a certain area.
Examples
" Marami akong kamag-anak sa Davao. "
Natural Translation
I have many relatives in Davao.
Literal Translation
Many I relative in Davao.
" Darating ang aming mga kamag-anak. "
Natural Translation
Our relatives are arriving.
Literal Translation
Will-arrive the our relatives.
" Tuwing Pasko ay nagtitipon ang lahat ng aming mga kamag-anak sa bahay ng lolo at lola para magsalo-salo. "
Natural Translation
Every Christmas, all of our relatives gather at grandpa and grandma's house to share a meal together.
Literal Translation
Every Christmas gather the all of our relatives at house of grandpa and grandma to share-meal-together.
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