From root: lalaki
Usage Note
Kalalakihan is a collective noun for a group of men or the male population. It is the formal counterpart to kababaihan (womenfolk).
Examples
" Nagtipon ang kalalakihan sa plaza. "
Natural Translation
The menfolk gathered at the plaza.
Literal Translation
Gathered the menfolk at plaza.
" Ang kalalakihan ay tinawag sa pagpupulong. "
Natural Translation
The men were called to the meeting.
Literal Translation
The menfolk are called to the meeting.
" Ang kalalakihan sa nayon ang siyang tumulong magtayo ng bahay matapos hampasin ng bagyo ang lugar. "
Natural Translation
It was the menfolk of the village who helped build the house after the storm struck the area.
Literal Translation
The menfolk in village the one helped build of house after struck by storm the place.
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