From root: lakbay
Usage Note
Manlalakbay describes a person who travels frequently. Ang mga manlalakbay ay pagod na means the travelers are tired.
Examples
" Pagod na ang manlalakbay. "
Natural Translation
The traveler is tired now.
Literal Translation
Tired already the traveler.
" Ang manlalakbay ay naghahanap ng tubig. "
Natural Translation
The traveler is looking for water.
Literal Translation
The traveler is searching for water.
" Maraming manlalakbay ang dumarayo sa lalawigan tuwing tag-araw upang masilayan ang magagandang tanawin at sariwang hangin. "
Natural Translation
Many travelers flock to the province every summer to behold the beautiful scenery and fresh air.
Literal Translation
Many traveler the flock to province every summer to behold the beautiful scenery and fresh air.
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