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edukado

edukádo with stress marks

educated; well-mannered

adjective e-du-KA-do Spanish origin Less Common

Usage Note

Edukado refers to someone who is not only formally schooled but also displays refined manners and social grace. In Filipino culture, it is often used to compliment a person’s good breeding and respectful behavior towards others.

Examples

Beginner

" Edukado ang bata. "

Natural Translation

The child is well-mannered.

Literal Translation

Well-mannered the child.

Intermediate

" Siya ay edukado. "

Natural Translation

He is well-mannered.

Literal Translation

He is educated.

Advanced

" Kahit galing siya sa mahirap na pamilya, kilala siya bilang isang edukado at magalang na tao sa kanilang lugar. "

Natural Translation

Even though he came from a poor family, he is known as a well-mannered and respectful person in their area.

Literal Translation

Even though came he from poor family, known he as a well-mannered and respectful person in their area.

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