matalik
close or intimate
From root: talik
Usage Note
Matalik is most commonly used to describe a deep and long-standing friendship. For example, matalik na kaibigan means best or close friend.
Examples
" Matalik kong kaibigan si Ana. "
Natural Translation
Ana is my close friend.
Literal Translation
Close my friend name- Ana.
" Siya ang aking matalik na kaibigan. "
Natural Translation
He/She is my best friend.
Literal Translation
He/she is my close friend.
" Naging matalik kaming magkaibigan simula noong magkaklase kami sa elementarya. "
Natural Translation
We became close friends ever since we were classmates in elementary school.
Literal Translation
Became close we friends since when classmates we in elementary.
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