From root: tamis
Usage Note
Katamisan refers to the abstract quality of sweetness or the peak stage of a loving relationship.
Examples
" Gusto ko ang katamisan ng mangga. "
Natural Translation
I like the sweetness of the mango.
Literal Translation
Like I the sweetness of mango.
" Nagustuhan ko ang katamisan ng kape. "
Natural Translation
I liked the sweetness of the coffee.
Literal Translation
Liked I the sweetness of coffee.
" Naaalala ko pa rin ang katamisan ng aming unang buwan bilang magkasintahan kahit matagal na kaming hiwalay. "
Natural Translation
I still remember the sweetness of our first month as a couple even though we have long been apart.
Literal Translation
Remembering I still the sweetness of our first month as lovers even-though long-ago already we separated.
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