latay
latáy with stress marks
welt
Usage Note
Latay refers to a raised stripe or welt on the skin caused by a blow from a whip, cane, or belt. It is used both as a noun (may latay sa likod — there are welts on the back) and as a verb (latinayan — to leave welts). The word appears in historical accounts of corporal punishment and in discussions of child-rearing practices.
Examples
" May latay sa braso niya. "
Natural Translation
There is a welt on his arm.
Literal Translation
Has welt on arm his.
" May latay ang kanyang likod. "
Natural Translation
His back has a welt.
Literal Translation
Has welt the his back.
" Kahit matagal nang lumipas ang insidente, may natitirang latay pa rin sa kanyang balikat na nagpapaalala ng sakit. "
Natural Translation
Even though the incident happened long ago, there is still a remaining welt on his shoulder that reminds him of the pain.
Literal Translation
Even long already passed the incident, has remaining welt still also on his shoulder that reminds of pain.
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