From root: yaman
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
yumaman
yu-ma-MAN
became rich
Present (Incomplete)
yumayaman
yu-ma-ya-MAN
becoming rich
Future (Contemplated)
yayaman
ya-ya-MAN
will become rich
Usage Note
Yumaman is used to describe the process of becoming wealthy or gaining riches, often focusing on a change in financial status. It is frequently used when discussing personal aspirations, success stories, or the result of hard work and luck.
Examples
" Gusto niyang yumaman. "
Natural Translation
He wants to become rich.
Literal Translation
Want he become-rich.
" Sana ay yumaman siya balang araw. "
Natural Translation
I hope he becomes rich someday.
Literal Translation
Hope is become-rich he someday.
" Naniniwala siyang yayaman din siya balang araw kung patuloy siyang magsisipag at hindi susuko. "
Natural Translation
He believes he too will become rich someday if he keeps working hard and doesn't give up.
Literal Translation
Believes he will-become-rich also he someday if continue he will-be-industrious and not will-give-up.
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