From root: bata
Usage Note
Kabataan refers to the collective group of young people or the generation currently in their youth. It is often used in the context of social roles and future potential.
Examples
" Masipag ang kabataan ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The youth today are hardworking.
Literal Translation
Hardworking the youth now.
" Ang kabataan ang pag-asa ng bayan. "
Natural Translation
The youth is the hope of the nation.
Literal Translation
The youth the hope of nation.
" Maraming guro ang naniniwalang nasa kamay ng kabataan ang kinabukasan ng ating bansa. "
Natural Translation
Many teachers believe that the future of our country is in the hands of the youth.
Literal Translation
Many teachers who-believe in hand of youth the future of our country.
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