From root: langaw
Usage Note
Langawan refers to a specific place or spot where flies typically gather or breed. This word is often used to identify dirty areas that need cleaning.
Examples
" Langawan ang likod ng bahay. "
Natural Translation
The back of the house is fly-infested.
Literal Translation
Fly-infested-area the back of-the house.
" Huwag kang mag-iwan ng pagkain sa labas dahil langawan iyan. "
Natural Translation
Don't leave food outside because that area is fly-infested.
Literal Translation
Do not you leave food outside because fly-infested-area that.
" Naging langawan ang palengke dahil sa basurang naiwan ng mga tindero kagabi. "
Natural Translation
The market turned into a fly-infested place because of the trash the vendors left behind last night.
Literal Translation
Became fly-infested-area the market because of trash left-behind by-the vendors last-night.
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