From root: gamit
Usage Note
Panggamit refers to an object specifically intended for a particular function or purpose.
Examples
" Nawawala ang panggamit na kutsara. "
Natural Translation
The utility spoon is missing.
Literal Translation
Missing the utility-item that spoon.
" Nasaan ang panggamit na kutsilyo? "
Natural Translation
Where is the utility knife?
Literal Translation
Where the utility-item that knife?
" Inilagay ko sa hiwalay na kahon ang mga panggamit sa kusina para madaling makita kapag kailangan. "
Natural Translation
I put the kitchen utility items in a separate box so they're easy to find when needed.
Literal Translation
Put I in separate box the utility-items in kitchen so-that easy to-see when needed.
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