From root: katawan
Usage Note
Pangkatawan is an adjective used to describe things that pertain to the physical body rather than the mind.
Examples
" Pangkatawan na sakit ito. "
Natural Translation
This is a physical illness.
Literal Translation
Physical that illness this.
" Kailangan natin ng pangkatawan na ehersisyo. "
Natural Translation
We need physical exercise.
Literal Translation
Need we of physical that exercise.
" Hindi lang pangkatawan ang pinsalang naidudulot ng sobrang trabaho, kundi nakakaapekto rin ito sa kalusugan ng isip. "
Natural Translation
The harm caused by overwork isn't only physical; it also affects mental health.
Literal Translation
Not only physical the harm-link caused by too-much work, but affects also this on-the health of mind.
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