From root: antala
Usage Note
Naantala describes things like flights, meetings, or projects that did not occur at the expected time. It functions as a past participle used adjectivally.
Examples
" Naantala ang tren. "
Natural Translation
The train was delayed.
Literal Translation
Delayed the train.
" Naantala ang aming flight. "
Natural Translation
Our flight was delayed.
Literal Translation
Delayed the our flight.
" Naantala ang pagdating ng aming mga bisita dahil sa matinding trapiko sa daan papuntang lungsod. "
Natural Translation
The arrival of our guests was delayed because of the heavy traffic on the road to the city.
Literal Translation
Delayed the arrival of our guests because of heavy traffic on road going-to city.
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