From root: sanga
Usage Note
Masanga describes a tree or plant that has an abundance of branches. For example, 'Masanga ang puno' means 'The tree is branchy'.
Examples
" Masanga ang puno. "
Natural Translation
The tree is full of branches.
Literal Translation
Full-of-branches the tree.
" Ang punong ito ay masanga. "
Natural Translation
This tree is full of branches.
Literal Translation
The tree this is full of branches.
" Pinili namin ang pinakamasangang puno sa hardin para maraming mapagtaguan ang mga bata. "
Natural Translation
We chose the branchiest tree in the garden so the children would have plenty of places to hide.
Literal Translation
Chose we the most-branchy tree in garden so many hiding-places the children.
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