From root: suot
Usage Note
Kasuotan is a general or formal term for clothing, often used when referring to traditional or specific types of dress.
Examples
" Maganda ang kasuotan mo. "
Natural Translation
Your attire is nice.
Literal Translation
Nice the attire your.
" Pormal ang aking kasuotan. "
Natural Translation
My attire is formal.
Literal Translation
Formal the my attire.
" Ang tradisyonal na kasuotan na suot ng mga mananayaw ay gawa sa pinya at hinabi nang buong ingat. "
Natural Translation
The traditional attire worn by the dancers is made of pineapple fiber and woven with great care.
Literal Translation
The traditional attire that worn by the dancers is made of pineapple and woven with whole care.
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