From root: limot
Usage Note
Pagkalimot refers to the state or act of losing a memory. This noun is often used in both medical contexts and sentimental discussions about the past.
Examples
" Madalas ang pagkalimot ko. "
Natural Translation
My forgetfulness is frequent.
Literal Translation
Frequent the forgetfulness my.
" Normal lang ang pagkalimot. "
Natural Translation
Forgetfulness is just normal.
Literal Translation
Normal just the forgetfulness.
" Habang tumatanda ang lola ko, lumalala ang kaniyang pagkalimot kaya kailangan na naming bantayan siya palagi. "
Natural Translation
As my grandmother grows older, her forgetfulness is getting worse, so we now need to watch over her all the time.
Literal Translation
While aging the grandmother my, worsening the her forgetfulness so need now our-to watch-over her always.
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