From root: himala
Usage Note
Mahimala describes things or events that are characterized by or full of miracles.
Examples
" Mahimala ang kanyang paggaling. "
Natural Translation
His recovery is miraculous.
Literal Translation
Miraculous the his recovery.
" Ang paggaling niya ay isang mahimalang pangyayari. "
Natural Translation
His/Her recovery is a miraculous event.
Literal Translation
The healing his/hers is a miraculous event.
" Ayon sa mga doktor, mahimala ang pagkabuhay ng bata matapos siyang malunod sa ilog nang halos isang oras. "
Natural Translation
According to the doctors, the child's survival is miraculous after he drowned in the river for almost an hour.
Literal Translation
According to-the doctors, miraculous the survival of-the child after he drowned in-the river for almost one hour.
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