From root: basa
Usage Note
Pagbabasa refers to the process or habit of interpreting written text.
Examples
" Mahilig ako sa pagbabasa. "
Natural Translation
I like reading.
Literal Translation
Fond I in reading.
" Ang pagbabasa ay nakakatulong sa isip. "
Natural Translation
Reading is helpful to the mind.
Literal Translation
The reading is helpful to mind.
" Ang pagbabasa ng mga aklat tuwing gabi ay nagpapalawak ng kaalaman at nagpapahinahon ng isipan. "
Natural Translation
Reading books every night broadens one's knowledge and calms the mind.
Literal Translation
The reading of books every night broadens knowledge and calms the mind.
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