From root: bilyon
Usage Note
Pambilyon describes something that is valued at or intended for a billion units. Mayroon silang pambilyon na pondo (They have funds worth billions).
Examples
" Pambilyon ang halaga nito. "
Natural Translation
Its value is worth billions.
Literal Translation
For-billions the value of-this.
" Ang proyekto ay may pambilyon na halaga. "
Natural Translation
The project is worth billions.
Literal Translation
The project has for-billions that value.
" Inaprubahan ng gobyerno ang pambilyong pondo para sa mga bagong kalsada at tulay sa buong bansa. "
Natural Translation
The government approved the billion-worth fund for the new roads and bridges across the whole country.
Literal Translation
Approved by-the government the for-billions fund for the new roads and bridges in whole country.
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