From root: pantay
Usage Note
Pagkakapantay is used to describe the state of being equal, especially when discussing social justice or human rights.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang pagkakapantay ng tao. "
Natural Translation
Equality of people is important.
Literal Translation
Important the equality of person.
" Ipinaglalaban namin ang pagkakapantay ng lahat. "
Natural Translation
We are fighting for the equality of all.
Literal Translation
Fighting we for the equality of all.
" Hangga't walang tunay na pagkakapantay sa lipunan, patuloy na lalaban ang mga manggagawa para sa kanilang karapatan. "
Natural Translation
As long as there is no true equality in society, the workers will keep fighting for their rights.
Literal Translation
As-long-as no true equality in society, continuously will-fight the workers for their right.
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