From root: anim
Usage Note
Ikaanim is a formal way to say sixth, commonly used for calendar dates or chapters in a book.
Examples
" Ikaanim ako sa listahan. "
Natural Translation
I am sixth on the list.
Literal Translation
Sixth I on-the list.
" Ikaanim na ng gabi. "
Natural Translation
It's already six in the evening.
Literal Translation
Sixth already of evening.
" Ang ikaanim na kabanata ng nobela ang pinakamasaya para sa akin dahil doon nagtagpo ang dalawang pangunahing tauhan. "
Natural Translation
The sixth chapter of the novel is my favorite because that is where the two main characters met.
Literal Translation
The sixth chapter of-the novel the most-fun for to me because there met the two main characters.
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