From root: mali
Usage Note
Kamalian refers to a specific error in logic, fact, or writing. It is often used when discussing faults in formal or academic contexts.
Examples
" Pasensya na sa kamalian ko. "
Natural Translation
Sorry for my mistake.
Literal Translation
Sorry for mistake my.
" Aminado ako sa aking kamalian. "
Natural Translation
I admit my mistake.
Literal Translation
Admit I in my mistake.
" Inamin ng manunulat ang kamalian sa kaniyang ulat at agad itong itinama bago ipinalimbag. "
Natural Translation
The writer admitted the error in his report and immediately corrected it before it was printed.
Literal Translation
Admitted by-the writer the error in his report and immediately this corrected before was-printed.
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