From root: laki
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
lumaki
lu-ma-KI
grew
Present (Incomplete)
lumalaki
lu-ma-la-KI
growing
Future (Contemplated)
lalaki
la-la-KI
will grow
Usage Note
Lumaki is the actor-focus completed-aspect form of the root laki, used for both physical growth and the broader experience of being raised in a particular place or environment. It is the standard verb for describing upbringing and childhood location in everyday conversation.
Examples
" Lumaki ako sa probinsya. "
Natural Translation
I grew up in the province.
Literal Translation
Grew I in province.
" Nais naming lumaki ang aming negosyo. "
Natural Translation
We want our business to grow.
Literal Translation
Want we grow the our business.
" Lumaki siya sa isang maliit na bayan sa baybayin, kaya sanay siyang mangisda mula pagkabata. "
Natural Translation
He grew up in a small coastal town, so he has been used to fishing since childhood.
Literal Translation
Grew he in a small town on coast, so used he fish from childhood.
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