From root: bayan
Usage Note
Mamamayan refers to the residents or citizens of a nation and is frequently used in news and formal discussions about civil rights.
Examples
" Mamamayan ako ng bansang ito. "
Natural Translation
I am a citizen of this country.
Literal Translation
Citizen I of country this.
" Dapat sumunod ang mamamayan. "
Natural Translation
Citizens should follow the rules.
Literal Translation
Should follow the citizen.
" Bawat mamamayan ay may karapatang bumoto at tungkuling sumunod sa batas ng bansa. "
Natural Translation
Every citizen has the right to vote and the duty to obey the laws of the country.
Literal Translation
Every citizen is has right to-vote and duty to-follow at law of country.
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