gulok
gulók with stress marks
machete; bolo
Usage Note
Gulok is a traditional Filipino bladed tool — a large, heavy knife similar to a bolo or machete — used for farming, clearing brush, and in rural areas as a general-purpose cutting implement. It holds cultural significance as a symbol of rural life and, historically, of resistance.
Examples
" Matalas ang gulok niya. "
Natural Translation
His machete is sharp.
Literal Translation
Sharp the machete his.
" Ginagamit ng magsasaka ang gulok para putulin ang mga damo. "
Natural Translation
The farmer uses the bolo to cut the weeds.
Literal Translation
Uses the farmer the bolo to cut the weeds.
" Dala-dala ng matandang magsasaka ang kaniyang gulok habang naglalakad patungo sa malayong bukid. "
Natural Translation
The old farmer carried his machete while walking toward the distant field.
Literal Translation
Carrying of-the old farmer the his machete while walking toward in distant field.
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