makasaysayan
historical; significant
From root: saysay
Usage Note
Makasaysayan describes a place, event, or person of historical importance. It is used when referring to landmarks like the Barasoain Church.
Examples
" Makasaysayan ang lumang simbahan. "
Natural Translation
The old church is historical.
Literal Translation
Historical the old church.
" Ang lugar na ito ay makasaysayan. "
Natural Translation
This place is historical.
Literal Translation
The place that this is historical.
" Naging makasaysayan ang araw na iyon nang lagdaan ng dalawang bansa ang kasunduang nagtapos sa matagal na alitan. "
Natural Translation
That day became historic when the two nations signed the agreement that ended the long-running conflict.
Literal Translation
Became historic the day that that when signed by-the two countries the agreement that-ended the long already conflict.
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