From root: dami
Usage Note
Marami is the most frequent word used to describe a large quantity of people, items, or concepts. It typically precedes the noun it modifies using the linker -ng.
Examples
" Marami akong gawain ngayon. "
Natural Translation
I have a lot of work today.
Literal Translation
Many I work today.
" Marami akong kaibigan. "
Natural Translation
I have many friends.
Literal Translation
Many I have friends.
" Kahit marami akong problema, hindi ako sumusuko dahil alam kong lilipas din ang lahat ng ito. "
Natural Translation
Even though I have many problems, I don't give up because I know all of this will pass too.
Literal Translation
Even-though many I problem, not I giving-up because know I will-pass also the all of this.
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