historiko
histórikò with stress marks
historical
Usage Note
Historiko is borrowed from Spanish 'histórico' and means historical or of historical significance. It is used in formal writing, news media, and academic contexts. In everyday speech, Filipinos often just say 'mahalaga sa kasaysayan' (important in history) rather than using this loanword.
Examples
" Historiko ang lugar na ito. "
Natural Translation
This place is historical.
Literal Translation
Historical the place this.
" Mahalaga ang pagpapanatili ng mga historikong gusali sa lungsod. "
Natural Translation
Preserving historical buildings in the city is important.
Literal Translation
Important the preserving of-the historical buildings in-the city.
" Ipinasiyang ipagdiwang ng pamahalaan ang historikong pangyayari na nagbigay-daan sa kalayaan ng bansa. "
Natural Translation
The government decided to celebrate the historical event that paved the way for the country's freedom.
Literal Translation
Decided to-celebrate of-the government the historical event that gave-way to freedom of country.
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