From root: dagat
Usage Note
Magdaragat literally means 'one who goes to sea' and refers to a sailor, mariner, or seafarer. The Philippines has one of the largest populations of overseas seafarers in the world, and the word carries connotations of both hardship and economic contribution. It appears in folk songs, poetry, and patriotic literature celebrating the sea-faring spirit of Filipinos.
Examples
" Magdaragat ang tatay ko. "
Natural Translation
My father is a sailor.
Literal Translation
Sailor the father my.
" Matapang ang magdaragat. "
Natural Translation
The sailor is brave.
Literal Translation
Brave the sailor.
" Maraming buwan na hindi nakauwi ang magdaragat dahil malayo ang nilalayag nilang barko. "
Natural Translation
The sailor hasn't been able to come home for many months because the ship they are sailing is far away.
Literal Translation
Many month already not able-go-home the sailor because far the sailing their ship.
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