From root: likha
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
lumikha
lu-mik-HA
created
Present (Incomplete)
lumilikha
lu-mi-lik-HA
creating
Future (Contemplated)
lilikha
li-lik-HA
will create
Usage Note
Lumikha is primarily used in formal or artistic contexts to denote the creation of something original, like music or literature. It is less common in everyday speech, where the more general term "gumawa" is preferred for simple tasks.
Examples
" Gusto kong lumikha ng kanta. "
Natural Translation
I want to create a song.
Literal Translation
Want I to-create of song.
" Gusto niyang lumikha ng isang obra maestra. "
Natural Translation
He wants to create a masterpiece.
Literal Translation
Want he to create of a masterpiece.
" Ginugol ng manunulat ang buong taon para lumikha ng nobelang nagpapakita ng buhay sa lalawigan. "
Natural Translation
The writer spent the entire year creating a novel that portrays life in the province.
Literal Translation
Spent of-the writer the whole year to create of novel showing of life in-the province.
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