luklok
luklók with stress marks
sit on a throne; seat of honor
Usage Note
Luklok means to be seated on a throne or in a position of power and honor. It is used both literally in ceremonial contexts and figuratively to describe someone assuming a leadership position. The phrase 'lumuklok sa trono' (to sit on the throne) implies formal investiture of authority.
Examples
" Lumuklok ang bagong hari. "
Natural Translation
The new king took the throne.
Literal Translation
Sat-on-throne the new king.
" Oras na para sa luklok. "
Natural Translation
It is time for the seat of honor.
Literal Translation
Time already for the seat of honor.
" Nang lumuklok ang bagong pangulo sa kapangyarihan, marami ang umasang magbabago ang takbo ng bansa. "
Natural Translation
When the new president was installed in power, many hoped the course of the nation would change.
Literal Translation
When sat-on-throne the new president in power, many hoped will-change the course of nation.
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