From root: laro
Usage Note
Manlalarô is the standard term for participants in sports, games, or matches. It is commonly used when discussing professional athletes or local competitors.
Examples
" Magaling ang manlalaro. "
Natural Translation
The player is skilled.
Literal Translation
Skilled the player.
" Ang manlalarô ay pagod na. "
Natural Translation
The athlete is already tired.
Literal Translation
The athlete/player is tired already.
" Kahit pagod na ang mga manlalaro, hindi sila sumuko hanggang sa magtunog ang huling pito ng laro. "
Natural Translation
Even though the players were already tired, they didn't give up until the final whistle of the game sounded.
Literal Translation
Even tired already the plural player, not they gave-up until sounded the last whistle of game.
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