From root: kaliwa
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
kumaliwa
ku-ma-li-WA
turned left
Present (Incomplete)
kumakaliwa
ku-ma-ka-li-WA
turning left
Future (Contemplated)
kakaliwa
ka-ka-li-WA
will turn left
Usage Note
Kumaliwa is commonly used when providing or following navigational directions, such as while driving or walking. While 'kaliwa' refers to the direction itself, this -um- verb form specifically denotes the action of making a left turn at a street or corner.
Examples
" Kumaliwa ka mamaya. "
Natural Translation
Turn left later.
Literal Translation
Turn-left you later.
" Kumaliwa ka sa susunod na kanto. "
Natural Translation
Turn left at the next corner.
Literal Translation
Turn left you at next corner.
" Kumaliwa ka pagkatapos ng tulay at makikita mo agad ang palengke sa kanan. "
Natural Translation
Turn left after the bridge and you'll immediately see the market on the right.
Literal Translation
Turn-left you after of bridge and see you immediately the market on right.
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