From root: antala
Usage Note
Pag-aantala refers to the intentional or unintentional process of making something late. It is commonly used in formal reports regarding logistics or schedules.
Examples
" May pag-aantala sa biyahe. "
Natural Translation
There is a delay in the trip.
Literal Translation
Has act-of-delaying in trip.
" Masama ang pag-aantala sa trabaho. "
Natural Translation
Delaying work is bad.
Literal Translation
Bad the act-of-delaying in work.
" Dahil sa pag-aantala ng mga kalakal, hindi natapos ang proyekto sa itinakdang panahon. "
Natural Translation
Because of the delay of the goods, the project was not finished within the set time.
Literal Translation
Because of act-of-delaying of the goods, not finished the project in appointed time.
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