From root: bangka
Usage Note
Pambangka describes equipment or materials specifically designed for boats. Bumili siya ng bagong pinturang pambangka.
Examples
" Pambangka ang lubid na ito. "
Natural Translation
This rope is for a boat.
Literal Translation
For-boat the rope this.
" Ang sagwan ay pambangka. "
Natural Translation
The paddle is for boat use.
Literal Translation
The paddle is for-boat-use.
" Bumili muna ang mangingisda ng pinturang pambangka bago niya ayusin ang lumang sasakyang-dagat. "
Natural Translation
The fisherman first bought paint for boats before he fixed the old vessel.
Literal Translation
Bought first the fisherman of paint that for-boat before he fix the old water-vehicle.
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