gamit
gamít with stress marks
use; belongings; things
Usage Note
Gamit is commonly used to refer to your personal belongings or 'stuff,' as well as tools and equipment. It also serves as the root word for verbs meaning 'to use,' making it one of the most versatile words in daily conversation.
Examples
" Nasaan ang gamit ko? "
Natural Translation
Where are my things?
Literal Translation
Where the things my?
" Nasaan ang gamit ko? "
Natural Translation
Where are my things?
Literal Translation
Where is belongings my?
" Huwag mong kalimutang dalhin ang lahat ng gamit mo dahil hindi na tayo babalik dito bukas. "
Natural Translation
Don't forget to bring all of your things because we won't be coming back here tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Don't you forget bring the all of things your because not anymore we return here tomorrow.
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