pinakaguwapo
handsomest
From root: guwapo
Usage Note
Pinakaguwapo is the superlative form used when comparing three or more people. It identifies the individual with the highest degree of good looks in a group.
Examples
" Siya ang pinakaguwapo sa klase. "
Natural Translation
He is the handsomest in the class.
Literal Translation
He the handsomest in class.
" Ito ang pinakaguwapo na aktor. "
Natural Translation
This is the handsomest actor.
Literal Translation
This the handsomest that actor.
" Kahit marami silang magaganda at guwapong artista, siya pa rin ang itinuturing na pinakaguwapo ng karamihan. "
Natural Translation
Even though they have many beautiful and handsome actors, he is still the one most people consider the handsomest.
Literal Translation
Even-though many they beautiful and handsome actors, he still the considered as handsomest of majority.
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