From root: sayaw
Usage Note
Mananayaw is used to describe a person who dances, whether as a hobby or as a professional performer.
Examples
" Magaling siyang mananayaw. "
Natural Translation
She is a good dancer.
Literal Translation
Good she dancer.
" Ang mananayaw ay magaling gumalaw. "
Natural Translation
The dancer moves gracefully.
Literal Translation
The dancer is great at moving.
" Bago naging tanyag na mananayaw, gabi-gabi siyang nagsasanay kahit pagod na pagod na ang kanyang katawan. "
Natural Translation
Before she became a famous dancer, she practiced every night even when her body was completely exhausted.
Literal Translation
Before became famous dancer, night-night she practices even tired very already the her body.
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