kalakaran
prevailing ideas, modes, or customs
From root: lakad
Usage Note
Kalakaran refers to the prevailing social norms, practices, or trends of a given time or community. It is a formal and literary word, often used in historical or sociological writing to describe the spirit or customs of an era. In casual speech, ugali or gawi are more common alternatives.
Examples
" Iba na ang kalakaran ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The prevailing customs are different now.
Literal Translation
Different now the customs today.
" Hindi tugma ang kanyang pag-uugali sa kalakaran ng lipunan. "
Natural Translation
His/Her behavior does not match the prevailing customs of society.
Literal Translation
Not matching the his/her behavior in-the customs of-the society.
" Marami sa mga kabataan ngayon ang sumasalungat sa kalakaran ng lipunan na itinuring nilang luma at hindi na angkop. "
Natural Translation
Many young people today oppose the prevailing customs of society, which they consider old and no longer appropriate.
Literal Translation
Many of-the youth today the oppose to-the customs of-the society that considered they-as old and not anymore appropriate.
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