From root: anyaya
Usage Note
Tagapag-anyaya denotes the person responsible for inviting guests or the one hosting an event. This term is frequently used in formal programs and ceremonies.
Examples
" Sino ang tagapag-anyaya? "
Natural Translation
Who is the host?
Literal Translation
Who the host?
" Ang tagapag-anyaya ay magaling. "
Natural Translation
The host is great.
Literal Translation
The host is good.
" Bilang tagapag-anyaya ng okasyon, sinigurado niyang maramdaman ng bawat bisita na sila ay tunay na malugod na tinatanggap sa kasalan. "
Natural Translation
As the host of the occasion, she made sure every guest felt that they were truly warmly welcomed at the wedding.
Literal Translation
As host of the occasion, ensured she felt by-the every guest that they truly warmly welcomed at wedding.
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