From root: gamit
Usage Note
Kagamit-gamit describes an object that is very handy or practical to have for various situations.
Examples
" Kagamit-gamit ang lumang bag. "
Natural Translation
The old bag is still useful.
Literal Translation
Useful the old bag.
" Ang luma mong sapatos ay kagamit-gamit pa. "
Natural Translation
Your old shoes are still useful.
Literal Translation
The old your shoes are still useful.
" Huwag mong itapon ang lumang martilyo dahil kagamit-gamit pa iyan kapag may sirang muwebles sa bahay. "
Natural Translation
Don't throw away the old hammer because it's still useful whenever there's broken furniture at home.
Literal Translation
Don't you throw the old hammer because useful still that when has broken furniture in house.
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