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Mainom

English

drinkable; potableadjective

Alternative meanings

drinkable; potable; safe to drink

Pronunciation

ma-I-nom

Root and affixes

From inom, to drink, with a form indicating possibility or suitability.

Variants or conjugations

inomnon; tubig nga mainom; luwas imnon

Related words and expressions

water; drink; clean; health

Meaning and usage notes

Used especially for potable water or liquids that are safe to drink.

Food & Drink, Body & Health, Nature & Weather
Example 1

Mainom ba ang tubig dinhi?

Is the water here drinkable?

Example 2

Kinahanglan og limpyo ug mainom nga tubig.

Clean and drinkable water is needed.

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