From root: kamot
Usage Note
Pangamot refers to a tool like a backscratcher used to relieve an itch in hard-to-reach places. It is a handy household item in many Filipino homes.
Examples
" Nasaan ang pangamot ko? "
Natural Translation
Where is my back-scratcher?
Literal Translation
Where the scratcher my?
" Nasaan ang aking pangamot sa likod? "
Natural Translation
Where is my back-scratcher?
Literal Translation
Where is my back-scratcher?
" Mula nang mawala ang kahoy na pangamot, kailangan na niyang humingi ng tulong tuwing makati ang likod niya. "
Natural Translation
Ever since the wooden back-scratcher got lost, he has had to ask for help whenever his back itches.
Literal Translation
Since when lost the wooden scratcher, need now he ask of help every itchy the back his.
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