From root: likha
Usage Note
Nilikha refers to any being or object that has been brought into existence.
Examples
" Bawat nilikha ay may halaga. "
Natural Translation
Every creature has worth.
Literal Translation
Every creature is with worth.
" Maganda ang bawat nilikha. "
Natural Translation
Every creature is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the every creature.
" Naniniwala ang aking lola na may layunin ang bawat nilikha sa mundong ito, gaano man ito kaliit. "
Natural Translation
My grandmother believes that every creature in this world has a purpose, no matter how small it is.
Literal Translation
Believes the my grandmother that with purpose the every creature in world this, however-much it small.
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