From root: ugat
Usage Note
Nakaugat describes something that is firmly established, like a plant's roots in the soil or a tradition in a culture.
Examples
" Nakaugat na ang ugali niya. "
Natural Translation
His/her habit is deeply rooted.
Literal Translation
Deeply-rooted already the habit his/her.
" Ang tradisyong ito ay nakaugat sa ating kultura. "
Natural Translation
This tradition is deeply rooted in our culture.
Literal Translation
The tradition this is deeply-rooted in our culture.
" Ang paggalang sa nakatatanda ay nakaugat nang husto sa kulturang Pilipino, kaya itinuturo ito sa mga bata mula pagkamusmos. "
Natural Translation
Respect for elders is deeply rooted in Filipino culture, so it is taught to children from early childhood.
Literal Translation
The respect to elder is deeply-rooted very-much in culture-Filipino, so taught this to the children from childhood.
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