From root: langoy
Usage Note
Manlalangoy is used to describe a person who swims, whether as a profession or a regular activity. It is the common term for an athlete in the sport of swimming.
Examples
" Manlalangoy ako noong bata pa ako. "
Natural Translation
I was a swimmer when I was a child.
Literal Translation
Swimmer I when child still I.
" Magaling na manlalangoy ang kapatid ko. "
Natural Translation
My sibling is a good swimmer.
Literal Translation
Good swimmer the sibling my.
" Bawat magaling na manlalangoy ay kailangang matuto munang huminga nang tama bago dumaan sa mahabang oras ng pagsasanay. "
Natural Translation
Every good swimmer must first learn to breathe properly before going through long hours of training.
Literal Translation
Every good swimmer must learn first breathe properly before pass-through the long hours of training.
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