From root: titik
Usage Note
Panitikan is a formal term used to refer to the collection of written works, such as poems and novels, of a specific language or culture.
Examples
" Mahilig siya sa panitikan. "
Natural Translation
He/She loves literature.
Literal Translation
Fond he/she of literature.
" Ang panitikan ay mahalaga sa kultura. "
Natural Translation
Literature is important in culture.
Literal Translation
The literature is important in culture.
" Sa pamamagitan ng panitikan ng isang bansa, nauunawaan natin ang kasaysayan at damdamin ng mga taong naninirahan doon. "
Natural Translation
Through a nation's literature, we come to understand the history and feelings of the people who live there.
Literal Translation
Through of literature of a country, understand we the history and feelings of people living there.
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