From root: tamis
Usage Note
Matamis describes sugary flavors and can figuratively describe someone's sweet disposition or romantic words.
Examples
" Matamis ang saging. "
Natural Translation
The banana is sweet.
Literal Translation
Sweet the banana.
" Ang mangga ay matamis. "
Natural Translation
The mango is sweet.
Literal Translation
The mango is sweet.
" Bagaman matamis ang kanyang mga salita, alam kong hindi siya tapat sa kanyang mga pangako. "
Natural Translation
Although his words are sweet, I know he is not faithful to his promises.
Literal Translation
Although sweet the his plural word, know I not he faithful to his plural promise.
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