From root: likha
Usage Note
Likhang-isip refers to stories or concepts that are purely imaginary and not based on real events.
Examples
" Likhang-isip lang ang kuwento. "
Natural Translation
The story is just fiction.
Literal Translation
Fiction only the story.
" Ang kuwento ay likhang-isip lamang. "
Natural Translation
The story is just fiction.
Literal Translation
The story is fiction only.
" Kahit likhang-isip lamang ang nobela, marami itong aral na maaaring iugnay sa totoong karanasan ng buhay. "
Natural Translation
Even though the novel is only fiction, it has many lessons that can be connected to real life experience.
Literal Translation
Even-though fiction only the novel, many its lesson that can be-connected to real experience of life.
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