Usage Note
Dagat refers to both the sea and the ocean, serving as a central concept in Filipino life due to the country's geography. It is commonly used when discussing fishing, beach vacations, or traveling between islands.
Examples
" Malamig ang dagat ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The sea is cold today.
Literal Translation
Cold the sea now.
" Gusto kong maligo sa dagat. "
Natural Translation
I want to swim in the sea.
Literal Translation
I want to swim in the sea.
" Tuwing umaga, naglalakad kami sa baybayin upang panoorin ang pagsikat ng araw sa ibabaw ng dagat. "
Natural Translation
Every morning, we walk along the shore to watch the sunrise over the sea.
Literal Translation
Every morning, walk we at shore to watch the rising of sun on top of sea.
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