From root: bigla
Usage Note
Biglaan describes things that are done abruptly or without prior arrangement, such as a spontaneous meeting or trip.
Examples
" Biglaan ang pagkikita namin. "
Natural Translation
Our meeting was unplanned.
Literal Translation
Sudden the meeting our.
" Biglaan ang kanilang pagbisita. "
Natural Translation
Their visit was unplanned.
Literal Translation
Sudden the their visit.
" Dahil biglaan ang anunsyo ng bagyo, marami sa mga manggagawa ang hindi nakauwi nang maaga sa kanilang mga tahanan. "
Natural Translation
Because the storm announcement was sudden, many of the workers were not able to go home early to their houses.
Literal Translation
Because sudden the announcement of storm, many of the workers the not able-go-home early to their houses.
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