From root: likha
Usage Note
Manlilikha is often used to refer to the Creator in a spiritual sense or a highly skilled artist.
Examples
" Ang pintor ay isang manlilikha. "
Natural Translation
The painter is a creator.
Literal Translation
The painter is a creator.
" Ang Diyos ang manlilikha ng mundo. "
Natural Translation
God is the creator of the world.
Literal Translation
The God the creator of world.
" Bilang isang manlilikha, naniniwala siyang ang bawat obra ay dapat magbigay ng kahulugan sa buhay ng tao. "
Natural Translation
As a creator, he/she believes that every work should give meaning to a person's life.
Literal Translation
As a creator, believes he/she-that the each work should give of meaning to life of person.
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