From root: kawani
Usage Note
Makakawani describes policies, groups, or sentiments that prioritize the welfare and rights of employees.
Examples
" Makakawani ang bagong batas. "
Natural Translation
The new law is pro-employee.
Literal Translation
Pro-employee the new law.
" Ang polisiya ay makakawani. "
Natural Translation
The policy is pro-employee.
Literal Translation
The policy is pro-employee.
" Sinusuportahan ng unyon ang mga makakawaning panukala upang protektahan ang karapatan ng mga manggagawa. "
Natural Translation
The union supports the pro-employee proposals in order to protect the workers' rights.
Literal Translation
Is-supported by-the union the pro-employee proposals so-that protect the rights of workers.
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