From root: inat
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
ininat
i-ni-NAT
stretched
Present (Incomplete)
iniinat
i-ni-i-NAT
stretching
Future (Contemplated)
iinatin
i-i-na-TIN
will stretch
Usage Note
Inatin is used when focusing the action of stretching on a specific part of the body, such as the arms or legs, to relieve stiffness or tension. It is less common in casual conversation than the actor-focus form 'mag-inat,' which refers to the general act of stretching oneself.
Examples
" Inatin mo ang mga binti mo. "
Natural Translation
Stretch your legs.
Literal Translation
Stretch you the legs your.
" Kailangan mong inatin ang braso mo. "
Natural Translation
You need to stretch your arm.
Literal Translation
Need you stretch the arm your.
" Bago magtakbo, mabuting inatin muna ang mga kalamnan upang hindi mapilay. "
Natural Translation
Before running, it's good to stretch the muscles first so you don't get a sprain.
Literal Translation
Before run, good to-stretch first the muscles in-order-to not get-sprained.
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