From root: lulon
Usage Note
Pagkalulon refers to the specific instance or manner in which an object was swallowed unintentionally. For example, the pagkalulon of a toy part is a major safety concern for toddlers.
Examples
" Nakakatakot ang pagkalulon ng bola. "
Natural Translation
The accidental swallowing of the ball is frightening.
Literal Translation
Frightening the accidental-swallowing of ball.
" Delikado ang pagkalulon ng barya. "
Natural Translation
Accidental swallowing of a coin is dangerous.
Literal Translation
Dangerous the accidental-swallowing of coin.
" Dinala kaagad ng mga magulang ang bata sa ospital matapos ang pagkalulon nito sa maliit na laruan. "
Natural Translation
The parents immediately brought the child to the hospital after its accidental swallowing of the small toy.
Literal Translation
Brought immediately by-the parents the child to hospital after the accidental-swallowing its of small toy.
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