From root: upo
Usage Note
Pag-upo refers to the process or instance of taking a seat. It is often used in formal contexts or when discussing the physical motion of sitting.
Examples
" Masakit ang tuhod ko sa pag-upo. "
Natural Translation
My knee hurts from sitting.
Literal Translation
Painful the knee my in act-of-sitting.
" Masakit ang likod ko sa pag-upo nang matagal. "
Natural Translation
My back hurts from sitting for a long time.
Literal Translation
Painful the back my in act-of-sitting for long.
" Pinayuhan ako ng doktor na huwag magtagal sa pag-upo dahil masama raw ito sa likod at sirkulasyon. "
Natural Translation
The doctor advised me not to spend too long sitting because it is supposedly bad for the back and circulation.
Literal Translation
Advised me by doctor that not linger in sitting because bad reportedly this for back and circulation.
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