napakatamad
very lazy
From root: tamad
Usage Note
Napakatamad is the intensive form of the root word. It is used to express strong emphasis when describing a person's lack of motivation.
Examples
" Napakatamad ng aso namin. "
Natural Translation
Our dog is very lazy.
Literal Translation
Very-lazy of dog our.
" Napakatamad niya ngayong araw. "
Natural Translation
He/she is very lazy today.
Literal Translation
Very-lazy he/she today day.
" Bagaman napakatamad niyang mag-aral noon, naging masipag siya nang maunawaan ang halaga ng edukasyon. "
Natural Translation
Although he used to be very lazy about studying, he became diligent once he understood the value of education.
Literal Translation
Although very-lazy he-LINK to-study before, became diligent he when understood the value of education.
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