From root: isda
Usage Note
mangingisda refers to individuals who catch fish as their primary occupation or livelihood. It is a common profession in the coastal regions of the Philippines.
Examples
" Masipag ang mangingisda sa baryo. "
Natural Translation
The fisherman in the village is hardworking.
Literal Translation
Hardworking the fisherman in village.
" Ang mangingisda ay maagang pumapalaot. "
Natural Translation
The fisherman goes out to sea early.
Literal Translation
The fisherman early goes-out-to-sea.
" Kahit malakas ang alon, lumalaot pa rin ang mga mangingisda upang may maihain na pagkain sa kanilang pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Even when the waves are strong, the fishermen still go out to sea so that they can put food on the table for their families.
Literal Translation
Even strong the waves, go-out-to-sea still the fishermen in-order-to have can-serve (linker) food to their family.
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