From root: araw
Usage Note
Pang-araw-araw describes things intended for ordinary, everyday use. For example, pang-araw-araw na damit refers to casual clothes worn daily.
Examples
" Pang-araw-araw kong gamit ito. "
Natural Translation
This is for my everyday use.
Literal Translation
Everyday my use this.
" Ito ang aking pang-araw-araw na gawain. "
Natural Translation
This is my daily routine.
Literal Translation
This the my daily task.
" Mas pinipili kong magsuot ng pang-araw-araw na damit kaysa pormal na kasuotan kapag nasa bahay lang ako. "
Natural Translation
I prefer wearing everyday clothes rather than formal attire when I'm just at home.
Literal Translation
More choose I-to wear of everyday clothes than formal attire when at house only I.
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