From root: tamad
Usage Note
Katamaran refers to the quality or state of being lazy. It is often used when discussing character traits or the cause of failure.
Examples
" Mabigat ang katamaran. "
Natural Translation
Laziness is a heavy burden.
Literal Translation
Heavy the laziness.
" Ang katamaran ay hindi makakatulong sa iyo. "
Natural Translation
Laziness will not help you.
Literal Translation
The laziness is not will-help to you.
" Ang katamaran sa pag-aaral ang dahilan kung bakit hindi siya nakapagtapos ng pag-aaral. "
Natural Translation
Laziness in studying is the reason he did not finish school.
Literal Translation
The laziness in studying the reason why not he was-able-to-finish of studying.
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