raket
ráket with stress marks
sports racket
Also means
Raket also colloquially means a side hustle, illegal scheme, or money-making activity when used in informal contexts.
Usage Note
Raket in its primary sense is borrowed from English 'racket' and refers to badminton, tennis, or squash equipment. Badminton is widely popular in the Philippines, so the word is commonly heard in school and recreational settings across the country.
Examples
" Sira ang raket ko. "
Natural Translation
My racket is broken.
Literal Translation
Broken the racket my.
" Bumili siya ng bagong raket para sa badminton tournament. "
Natural Translation
He/She bought a new racket for the badminton tournament.
Literal Translation
Bought he/she a new racket for the badminton tournament.
" Bago maglaro, sinuri muna niya ang mga kuwerdas ng kanyang raket para tiyaking matibay pa ito. "
Natural Translation
Before playing, he first checked the strings of his racket to make sure it was still sturdy.
Literal Translation
Before will-play, checked first he the plural strings of his racket to ensuring sturdy still it.
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