napakamabango
very fragrant
From root: bango
Usage Note
Napakamabango is used to provide strong emphasis when a scent is exceptionally pleasant.
Examples
" Napakamabango ng bulaklak. "
Natural Translation
The flower is very fragrant.
Literal Translation
Very-fragrant the flower.
" Napakamabango ng bagong labang damit. "
Natural Translation
Freshly washed clothes are very fragrant.
Literal Translation
Very fragrant the newly washed clothes.
" Napakamabango ng kanin na luto sa kawayan, kaya kahit walang ulam ay nakakagana itong kainin. "
Natural Translation
Rice cooked in bamboo is very fragrant, so even without a viand it's appetizing to eat.
Literal Translation
Very-fragrant the rice that cooked in bamboo, so even without viand is appetizing this eat.
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