From root: kamot
Usage Note
Pagkamot is the general noun for the act of scratching an itchy area. It can also refer to the reflexive habit of scratching one's head when confused.
Examples
" Masakit ang sobrang pagkamot. "
Natural Translation
Too much scratching hurts.
Literal Translation
Painful the too-much act-of-scratching.
" Masakit ang kanyang pagkamot sa sugat. "
Natural Translation
Their scratching of the wound is painful.
Literal Translation
Painful the his/her act of scratching the wound.
" Halata sa palaging pagkamot niya sa ulo na hindi pa niya naiintindihan ang itinatanong ng guro. "
Natural Translation
It was obvious from his constant scratching of his head that he still did not understand what the teacher was asking.
Literal Translation
Obvious at always act-of-scratching his at head that not yet he understands the being-asked of-the teacher.
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