From root: dumi
Usage Note
Kadumihan refers to the abstract state of being dirty or the presence of filth. It is used when discussing sanitation issues.
Examples
" Marami pang kadumihan dito. "
Natural Translation
There is still a lot of filth here.
Literal Translation
Much still filth here.
" Nililinis namin ang kadumihan sa bakuran. "
Natural Translation
We are cleaning the filth in the yard.
Literal Translation
Cleaning we the dirt/filth in yard.
" Ang kadumihan ng kapaligiran ay maaaring magdulot ng sakit kung hindi natin ito agad lilinisin. "
Natural Translation
The filthiness of the environment can cause illness if we do not clean it right away.
Literal Translation
The filth of environment can cause of sickness if not we this immediately will-clean.
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