likod
likód with stress marks
back; reverse side
Usage Note
Likod refers to both a person's physical back and the rear side of objects or locations. It is most commonly used with the marker 'sa' (sa likod) to mean 'behind' or 'in back of' something.
Examples
" Nasa likod siya ng pinto. "
Natural Translation
He is behind the door.
Literal Translation
At-the back he of door.
" Masakit ang likod ko. "
Natural Translation
My back hurts.
Literal Translation
My back hurts.
" Itinago niya ang regalo sa likod ng aparador para hindi ito makita ng mga bata. "
Natural Translation
She hid the gift behind the cabinet so the children wouldn't see it.
Literal Translation
Hid she the gift at back of cabinet so not it be-seen by the children.
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