From root: bigay
Usage Note
Bigay-alam is a formal term for a notification or prior announcement made to inform someone of a situation.
Examples
" Walang bigay-alam ang bisita. "
Natural Translation
The visitor gave no notice.
Literal Translation
None notice the visitor.
" Nagbigay-alam siya tungkol sa pagpupulong. "
Natural Translation
He/She gave notice about the meeting.
Literal Translation
Gave-notice he/she about the meeting.
" Bago ipinatupad ang bagong patakaran, nagpadala muna ang pamunuan ng maagang bigay-alam sa lahat ng empleyado. "
Natural Translation
Before the new policy was implemented, management first sent early notice to all employees.
Literal Translation
Before implemented the new policy, sent first the management of early notice to all of employee.
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