From root: litrato
Usage Note
Paglilitrato refers to the act or hobby of taking photographs. It is a common term used when discussing creative skills or interests.
Examples
" Libangan niya ang paglilitrato. "
Natural Translation
Photography is his hobby.
Literal Translation
Hobby his the photography.
" Ang paglilitrato ay isang sining. "
Natural Translation
Photography is an art.
Literal Translation
The photography is an art.
" Bukod sa pagiging libangan, naging hanapbuhay ni Mario ang paglilitrato nang umpisang kumuha ng larawan sa mga kasalan at handaan. "
Natural Translation
Aside from being a hobby, photography became Mario's livelihood when he started taking pictures at weddings and parties.
Literal Translation
Aside from being hobby, became livelihood by Mario the photography when started take of pictures at the weddings and parties.
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