From root: lakad
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
naglakad
nag-LA-kad
walked
Present (Incomplete)
naglalakad
nag-la-LA-kad
walking
Future (Contemplated)
maglalakad
mag-la-LA-kad
will walk
Usage Note
Maglakad is the actor-focus verb used for the physical act of walking or commuting by foot. While it primarily means to walk, the root 'lakad' is also colloquially used to refer to one's errands, plans, or social appointments for the day.
Examples
" Gusto kong maglakad sa parke. "
Natural Translation
I want to walk in the park.
Literal Translation
Want I to-walk in park.
" Masarap maglakad sa umaga. "
Natural Translation
It feels good to walk in the morning.
Literal Translation
Good-to to-walk in morning.
" Sa halip na sumakay ng dyip, nagpasya kaming maglakad pauwi upang matanaw ang magandang paglubog ng araw. "
Natural Translation
Instead of riding a jeep, we decided to walk home so we could see the beautiful sunset.
Literal Translation
In place of riding of jeep, decided we to-walk homeward to see the beautiful setting of sun.
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