From root: suklay
Usage Note
Nakasuklay describes a person whose hair is already neat and groomed because a comb was used.
Examples
" Nakasuklay na siya. "
Natural Translation
Her hair is combed now.
Literal Translation
Having-hair-combed already she.
" Bakit hindi ka nakasuklay? "
Natural Translation
Why is your hair not combed?
Literal Translation
Why not you having-hair-combed?
" Kahit nagmamadali, sinigurado niyang nakasuklay siya bago humarap sa mga panauhin. "
Natural Translation
Even though she was in a hurry, she made sure her hair was combed before facing the guests.
Literal Translation
Even hurrying, ensured she that having-hair-combed she before face the guests.
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