From root: kita
Usage Note
Pagpapakita describes the act of demonstrating a behavior or making something visible to others. Ang pagpapakita ng malasakit sa kapwa ay mahalaga.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang pagpapakita ng respeto. "
Natural Translation
Showing respect is important.
Literal Translation
Important the act-of-showing of respect.
" Salamat sa iyong pagpapakita ng malasakit. "
Natural Translation
Thank you for showing concern.
Literal Translation
Thanks to your act of showing of concern.
" Hindi sapat ang mga salita; ang tunay na pagmamahal ay nasa pagpapakita ng malasakit sa pang-araw-araw na gawain. "
Natural Translation
Words are not enough; true love lies in the showing of care through everyday actions.
Literal Translation
Not enough the words; the true love is in-the act-of-showing of care in everyday tasks.
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