kasapi
kasapí with stress marks
member
From root: sapi
Usage Note
Kasapi, derived from sapi meaning to join or affiliate, refers to a formal member of an organization, club, party, or group. It implies official affiliation rather than casual participation and is used across civic, political, religious, and professional contexts.
Examples
" Kasapi ako ng simbahan. "
Natural Translation
I am a member of the church.
Literal Translation
Member I of-the church.
" Lahat ng kasapi ng samahan ay binigyan ng ID. "
Natural Translation
All members of the organization were given an ID.
Literal Translation
All members of-the organization given ID.
" Bilang bagong kasapi ng samahan, inaasahang dadalo siya sa lahat ng buwanang pulong. "
Natural Translation
As a new member of the organization, he is expected to attend all the monthly meetings.
Literal Translation
As new member of-the organization, expected attend he to all of monthly meetings.
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