monogamo
monógamo with stress marks
monogamous
Usage Note
Monogamo is borrowed from Spanish monógamo and is used in discussions of relationships, marriage, and social norms. In the Philippines, monogamy is the legal and dominant cultural standard for marriage, reinforced by both Catholic doctrine and civil law.
Examples
" Monogamo ang mga kalapati. "
Natural Translation
Doves are monogamous.
Literal Translation
Monogamous the plural dove.
" Ang mga ibong ito ay kilala sa pagiging monogamo sa buong buhay nila. "
Natural Translation
These birds are known for being monogamous throughout their lives.
Literal Translation
The plural bird that this is known in being monogamous in whole life their.
" Bagaman maraming hayop ang hindi monogamo, may ilang uri ng ibon na nananatiling tapat sa iisang kapareha habang buhay. "
Natural Translation
Although many animals are not monogamous, some kinds of birds remain faithful to a single mate for life.
Literal Translation
Although many animal the not monogamous, there-is some kind of bird that remaining faithful to single mate while alive.
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