From root: takbo
Usage Note
Mananakbo is used to identify a person who runs, often referring to an athlete or a marathoner.
Examples
" Mabilis na mananakbo siya. "
Natural Translation
He is a fast runner.
Literal Translation
Fast runner he.
" Siya ay isang magaling na mananakbo. "
Natural Translation
He is a great runner.
Literal Translation
He is a good runner.
" Bilang isang seryosong mananakbo, nagsasanay siya tuwing umaga kahit umuulan o napakainit ng panahon. "
Natural Translation
As a serious runner, he trains every morning even when it rains or the weather is very hot.
Literal Translation
As a serious runner, trains he every morning even-if raining or very-hot the weather.
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