Also means
Araw can also mean day.
Usage Note
Araw refers to both the sun and a 24-hour day, and it is most commonly heard in the greeting 'Magandang araw' (Good day). It also describes the intensity of sunlight or clear weather in everyday conversation.
Examples
" Mainit ang araw ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The sun is hot today.
Literal Translation
Hot the sun now.
" Ang araw ay sumisikat. "
Natural Translation
The sun is rising.
Literal Translation
The sun is rising.
" Pagkasikat ng araw sa bundok, naglakad kami papunta sa bukid upang simulan ang ani. "
Natural Translation
As soon as the sun rose over the mountain, we walked toward the field to begin the harvest.
Literal Translation
Upon-rising of-the sun on mountain, walked we going to field in-order-to begin the harvest.
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