From root: ngipin
Usage Note
Pangngipin is used to describe items meant for dental care, such as floss or certain cleaning tools.
Examples
" Bumili ako ng gamot na pangngipin. "
Natural Translation
I bought medicine for the teeth.
Literal Translation
Bought I of medicine that for-teeth.
" Mayroon kaming gamot na pangngipin. "
Natural Translation
We have medicine for the teeth.
Literal Translation
Have we medicine that for-teeth.
" Ipinayo ng dentista na gumamit ng tamang gamit na pangngipin para hindi masira ang aking gilagid. "
Natural Translation
The dentist advised using the proper dental tools so that my gums won't get damaged.
Literal Translation
Advised of dentist that use of proper tool that for-teeth so not damaged the my gums.
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