tungkod
tungkód with stress marks
cane; walking stick
Usage Note
Tungkod is a walking stick or cane used by the elderly, the infirm, or hikers. It is a familiar object in Filipino folk tales and proverbs and often symbolizes old age and wisdom. A leader or elder carrying a tungkod can also signify authority in traditional communities.
Examples
" Gamit niya ang tungkod. "
Natural Translation
He/She uses a cane.
Literal Translation
Uses he/she the cane.
" Gumagamit ang matanda ng tungkod. "
Natural Translation
The old man uses a cane.
Literal Translation
Uses the old man of cane.
" Kahit mahina na ang kanyang tuhod, ayaw pa rin ng lolo na umasa nang husto sa kanyang tungkod. "
Natural Translation
Even though his knees are already weak, grandpa still doesn't want to rely too much on his cane.
Literal Translation
Even-though weak already the his knee, doesn't-want still the grandpa to-rely much on his cane.
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