semitiko
semítiko with stress marks
Semitic languages
Usage Note
Semitiko is a formal academic term referring to the Semitic language family (Arabic, Hebrew, Aramaic, etc.) or to Semitic peoples and culture. It is used almost exclusively in academic, religious studies, and historical contexts. Outside universities and theological institutions, the word is rarely encountered.
Examples
" Semitikong wika ang Arabe. "
Natural Translation
Arabic is a Semitic language.
Literal Translation
Semitic language the Arabic.
" Ito ay isang semitiko na wika sa lumang panahon. "
Natural Translation
This is a Semitic language in the old times.
Literal Translation
This is a Semitic that language in old times.
" Sa kanilang pananaliksik, inihambing ng mga iskolar ang Hebreo at Arabe dahil pareho silang kabilang sa mga wikang semitiko. "
Natural Translation
In their research, the scholars compared Hebrew and Arabic because both belong to the Semitic languages.
Literal Translation
In their research, compared by the scholars the Hebrew and Arabic because both they belonging to the languages Semitic.
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