From root: ingat
Usage Note
Pang-ingat refers to things used for protection or preservation, such as a casing for a gadget or a lucky charm for safety.
Examples
" Ito ang pang-ingat sa telepono. "
Natural Translation
This is the protective case for the phone.
Literal Translation
This the protective-item for phone.
" Ito ang aking pang-ingat sa ulan. "
Natural Translation
This is my protective item against the rain.
Literal Translation
This the my protective-item in rain.
" Bago lumakad sa malayong paglalakbay, hindi kailanman nakakalimutan ng aking lola ang kaniyang pang-ingat na regalo mula sa simbahan. "
Natural Translation
Before setting off on a long journey, my grandmother never forgets her protective charm gifted from the church.
Literal Translation
Before to-walk on far journey, not ever forgotten by-the my grandmother the her protective-item gift from the church.
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