From root: bayan
Usage Note
Pambayan refers to things intended for the whole town or the public, such as pambayang paaralan or public schools.
Examples
" Pambayan ang parkeng ito. "
Natural Translation
This park is public.
Literal Translation
Public the park this.
" Ito ay pambayan na palaruan. "
Natural Translation
This is a public playground.
Literal Translation
This is public playground.
" Ang pambayang aklatan ay bukas sa lahat, kaya maraming estudyante ang nag-aaral doon tuwing hapon. "
Natural Translation
The public library is open to everyone, so many students study there every afternoon.
Literal Translation
The public library is open to all, so many students the study there every afternoon.
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