nakabalot
wrapped or covered
From root: balut
Usage Note
Nakabalot describes an object that is currently enclosed in a protective wrapper or cloth.
Examples
" Nakabalot ang sanggol sa kumot. "
Natural Translation
The baby is wrapped in a blanket.
Literal Translation
Wrapped the baby in blanket.
" Ang regalo ay nakabalot nang maayos. "
Natural Translation
The gift is nicely wrapped.
Literal Translation
The gift is wrapped nicely.
" Bago namin binuksan, nakabalot pa ang lumang larawan sa makapal na papel na nilagay ng aming lola. "
Natural Translation
Before we opened it, the old photo was still wrapped in the thick paper our grandmother had placed around it.
Literal Translation
Before our opened, wrapped still the old photo in thick that paper that placed by our grandmother.
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