From root: araw
Usage Note
Madaling-araw refers to the very early morning hours before sunrise, typically between 1 AM and 5 AM. It literally translates to the day becoming fast.
Examples
" Gumising siya nang madaling-araw. "
Natural Translation
She woke up at dawn.
Literal Translation
Woke-up she at dawn.
" Malamig kapag madaling-araw. "
Natural Translation
It is cold during dawn.
Literal Translation
Cold when dawn.
" Kailangan kong umalis nang madaling-araw para maiwasan ang trapiko at maabutan ang unang biyahe ng bus. "
Natural Translation
I have to leave at dawn to avoid the traffic and catch the first bus trip.
Literal Translation
Need I-to leave at dawn to avoid the traffic and catch the first trip of-the bus.
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