From root: halos
Usage Note
Magkahalos is used when comparing two or more things that are nearly identical in appearance or quantity. It emphasizes the similarity between the subjects being compared.
Examples
" Magkahalos kami ng tangkad. "
Natural Translation
We are nearly the same in height.
Literal Translation
Nearly-the-same we in height.
" Magkahalos ang kulay ng kanilang damit. "
Natural Translation
The colors of their clothes are nearly the same.
Literal Translation
Nearly-the-same the color of their clothes.
" Magkahalos ang mukha ng magkapatid kaya madalas silang napagkakamalang kambal. "
Natural Translation
The siblings' faces are nearly the same, so they are often mistaken for twins.
Literal Translation
Nearly-the-same the face of siblings so often they mistaken as twins.
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