From root: musika
Usage Note
Musikero refers to a male musician or a person who plays a musical instrument as a profession or hobby. Example: Ang tatay niya ay isang mahusay na musikero.
Examples
" Magaling na musikero siya. "
Natural Translation
He is a skilled musician.
Literal Translation
Skilled musician he.
" Ang tatay ko ay musikero. "
Natural Translation
My father is a male musician.
Literal Translation
The father my is male-musician.
" Bagaman batang-bata pa, kinikilala na siyang isa sa pinakamahusay na musikero sa kanilang banda. "
Natural Translation
Although he is still very young, he is already recognized as one of the finest musicians in their band.
Literal Translation
Although very-young still, recognized already he as one of the most-skilled musician in their band.
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