malilimutin
forgetful
From root: limot
Usage Note
Malilimutin describes a person who often loses their train of thought or forgets their belongings. It is commonly used when speaking about the elderly or naturally absent-minded people.
Examples
" Medyo malilimutin ako. "
Natural Translation
I am a bit forgetful.
Literal Translation
A-bit forgetful I.
" Ako ay medyo malilimutin na. "
Natural Translation
I am a bit forgetful now.
Literal Translation
I am a bit forgetful already.
" Lalong naging malilimutin ang aking lolo sa katandaan, kaya kinakabisado na lang namin ang lahat ng kaniyang gamot. "
Natural Translation
My grandfather became even more forgetful in old age, so we just memorize all of his medicines.
Literal Translation
More became forgetful the my grandfather in old-age, so memorize just we the all of his medicine.
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