From root: lahi
Usage Note
Salinlahi describes the passing down of culture or bloodline across generations. It is frequently used in literature and formal speeches.
Examples
" Bagong salinlahi na sila. "
Natural Translation
They are a new generation.
Literal Translation
New generation already they.
" Ito ay para sa susunod na salinlahi. "
Natural Translation
This is for the next generation.
Literal Translation
This is for the next generation.
" Tungkulin natin na ipasa sa susunod na salinlahi ang mga kaugaliang minana natin sa ating mga ninuno. "
Natural Translation
It is our duty to pass on to the next generation the customs we inherited from our ancestors.
Literal Translation
Duty our to pass-on to next generation the customs inherited we from our ancestors.
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