From root: damdam
Usage Note
Karamdaman is a formal term used to refer to a medical condition or sickness.
Examples
" May karamdaman ang lola. "
Natural Translation
Grandma has an illness.
Literal Translation
Has illness the grandma.
" Mayroon siyang laging karamdaman. "
Natural Translation
He/She always has an illness.
Literal Translation
Has he/she always illness.
" Dahil sa malubhang karamdaman na matagal niyang itinago, napilitan siyang magpahinga sa trabaho nang ilang buwan. "
Natural Translation
Because of a serious illness that she had long hidden, she was forced to take a leave from work for several months.
Literal Translation
Because of serious illness that long she hid, forced she rest from work for several months.
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