makapal-kapal
somewhat thick
From root: kapal
Usage Note
Makapal-kapal is used to describe something that has a moderate degree of thickness. It is less intense than the base adjective.
Examples
" Makapal-kapal ang kumot. "
Natural Translation
The blanket is somewhat thick.
Literal Translation
Somewhat-thick the blanket.
" Ang aklat ay makapal-kapal. "
Natural Translation
The book is somewhat thick.
Literal Translation
The book is somewhat-thick.
" Pumili ako ng makapal-kapal na tela para hindi gaanong lumusot ang lamig sa gabi. "
Natural Translation
I chose somewhat thick fabric so the cold wouldn't seep through so much at night.
Literal Translation
Chose I of somewhat-thick that fabric so not so-much pass-through the cold at night.
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