From root: bati
Usage Note
Pambati can refer to an introductory greeting or a physical whisk used for mixing.
Examples
" Maganda ang pambati niya. "
Natural Translation
Her greeting is nice.
Literal Translation
Nice the greeting-tool her.
" Ano ang pambati mo? "
Natural Translation
What is your greeting?
Literal Translation
What the greeting-tool your?
" Bago magsalita ang bisita, may mabilis siyang pambati na nagpangiti agad sa lahat ng nakaupo sa harapan. "
Natural Translation
Before the guest spoke, he had a quick greeting that immediately made everyone seated up front smile.
Literal Translation
Before speak the guest, have quick he-that greeting-tool that made-smile immediately to all of seated at front.
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