From root: wala
Usage Note
Nawawala is used to describe objects or people that cannot be found. For example, nawawala ang aking pitaka means my wallet is missing.
Examples
" Nawawala ang aso namin. "
Natural Translation
Our dog is missing.
Literal Translation
Missing the dog ours.
" Nawawala ang susi ko. "
Natural Translation
My key is missing.
Literal Translation
Missing the key mine.
" Lagi nang nawawala ang salamin ko kaya bumili ako ng bago bilang reserba. "
Natural Translation
My glasses are always going missing, so I bought a new pair as a spare.
Literal Translation
Always missing the glasses mine so bought I of new as spare.
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