From root: ikot
Usage Note
Paikot describes a motion or arrangement that follows the path of a circle. For example, a paikot na daan is a roundabout or a winding road.
Examples
" Paikot ang daan dito. "
Natural Translation
The road here is circular.
Literal Translation
Circular the road here.
" Sumakay kami sa paikot na daan. "
Natural Translation
We took the circular road.
Literal Translation
Rode we in circular road.
" Para makarating sa bahay nila, dadaan ka sa isang paikot na kalsada na umiikot sa buong bundok. "
Natural Translation
To reach their house, you'll pass through a winding road that circles the entire mountain.
Literal Translation
To arrive at house their, pass you on a circular road that circles the whole mountain.
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