Usage Note
Korupsiyon refers to dishonest or illegal behavior by those in power, especially government officials, and is a significant public concern in the Philippines. The word appears constantly in political discourse, news media, and everyday conversation, and anti-corruption campaigns use it prominently.
Examples
" Galit ang tao sa korupsiyon. "
Natural Translation
People are angry at corruption.
Literal Translation
Angry the people at corruption.
" Ang korupsiyon ay isang malaking problema sa ating lipunan. "
Natural Translation
Corruption is a big problem in our society.
Literal Translation
The corruption is one big problem in our society.
" Hangga't laganap ang korupsiyon sa gobyerno, mahihirapan ang bansa na umunlad at maabot ang tunay na kaunlaran. "
Natural Translation
As long as corruption is widespread in the government, the country will struggle to progress and reach true development.
Literal Translation
As-long-as widespread the corruption in government, will-struggle the country to progress and reach the true development.
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