From root: kulay
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagkulay
nag-ku-LAY
colored
Present (Incomplete)
nagkukulay
nag-ku-ku-LAY
coloring
Future (Contemplated)
magkukulay
mag-ku-ku-LAY
will color
Usage Note
Magkulay is used when focusing on the act of applying color to something, often in the context of artistic activities like coloring a book or adding color to a craft. It emphasizes the performer of the action rather than the object being colored.
Examples
" Magkukulay ako ngayon. "
Natural Translation
I will color now.
Literal Translation
Will-color I now.
" Gusto kong magkulay ng aking kwaderno. "
Natural Translation
I want to color my notebook.
Literal Translation
I want to color my notebook.
" Tuwing umaga, nagkukulay ang mga bata sa kanilang aklat habang naghihintay ng almusal. "
Natural Translation
Every morning, the children color in their books while waiting for breakfast.
Literal Translation
Every morning, coloring the children in their book while waiting for breakfast.
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