From root: habi
Usage Note
Tagahabi is the term for a person whose occupation or skill is weaving. This word is often used to describe artisans who create traditional textiles.
Examples
" Mahusay na tagahabi si Nanay. "
Natural Translation
Mom is a skilled weaver.
Literal Translation
Skilled weaver Mom.
" Ang tagahabi ay gumawa ng magandang kumot. "
Natural Translation
The weaver made a beautiful blanket.
Literal Translation
The weaver made a beautiful blanket.
" Ipinasa ng matandang tagahabi ang kaniyang kaalaman sa mga apo upang hindi mawala ang sining ng kanilang nayon. "
Natural Translation
The old weaver passed her knowledge on to her grandchildren so that the art of their village would not be lost.
Literal Translation
Passed by-the old weaver the her knowledge to the grandchildren so-that not lost the art of their village.
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