From root: gamot
Usage Note
Gamutan describes the process of being treated medically or the specific location where treatment is provided.
Examples
" Mahal ang gamutan sa siyudad. "
Natural Translation
Medical treatment in the city is expensive.
Literal Translation
Expensive the medical-treatment in city.
" Libre ang gamutan dito. "
Natural Translation
Medical treatment is free here.
Literal Translation
Free the medical-treatment here.
" Maraming pamilya ang nauubusan ng ipon dahil sa magastos na gamutan ng matatagal na sakit. "
Natural Translation
Many families run out of savings because of the costly treatment of long-term illnesses.
Literal Translation
Many families the run-out of savings because of costly treatment of long-lasting illness.
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