Usage Note
Boksing is borrowed from English boxing and is a beloved sport in the Philippines. The country has a rich boxing tradition elevated globally by athletes like Manny Pacquiao, and discussions of boksing are constant in sports media and everyday conversation.
Examples
" Mahilig ako sa boksing. "
Natural Translation
I like boxing.
Literal Translation
Fond I of boxing.
" Mahilig ang aking tatay manood ng boksing tuwing Sabado. "
Natural Translation
My father loves watching boxing every Saturday.
Literal Translation
Fond the my father watch of-boxing every Saturday.
" Kahit hindi malaki ang katawan niya, magaling siyang boksingero dahil sa bilis ng kanyang kamay. "
Natural Translation
Even though he isn't big, he's a great boxer because of the speed of his hands.
Literal Translation
Even-though not big the body his, skilled he boxer because of speed of his hand.
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