From root: hayag
Usage Note
Mamamahayag is a professional term used for individuals working in the field of journalism and media reporting.
Examples
" Mamamahayag ang ate ko. "
Natural Translation
My older sister is a journalist.
Literal Translation
Journalist the older-sister my.
" Ang mamamahayag ay nag-uulat ng balita. "
Natural Translation
The journalist is reporting the news.
Literal Translation
The journalist is reporting of news.
" Ang isang mahusay na mamamahayag ay laging nagtatanong at nagsusuri bago ilathala ang anumang balita. "
Natural Translation
A skilled journalist always asks questions and investigates before publishing any news.
Literal Translation
The one skilled that journalist always asks and investigates before publish the any news.
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