Usage Note
Tamod is the clinical and vernacular Tagalog term for semen. It is used in medical, biological, and educational contexts without the vulgarity of slang alternatives. In casual speech, Filipinos may avoid the word out of modesty, but it is the standard term in health education materials.
Examples
" Pinag-aaralan ang tamod. "
Natural Translation
Semen is studied.
Literal Translation
Studied the semen.
" Pinag-aaralan sa biyolohiya ang tamod. "
Natural Translation
Semen is studied in biology.
Literal Translation
Studied in biology the semen.
" Ayon sa aklat-pangkalusugan, naglalaman ang tamod ng mga selulang kailangan para sa pagbubuntis. "
Natural Translation
According to the health book, semen contains cells needed for pregnancy.
Literal Translation
According to-the health-book, containing the semen of the cells needed for the pregnancy.
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