From root: bisita
Usage Note
Pambisita is used to describe items, clothes, or rooms that are specifically reserved for visitors rather than for everyday household use.
Examples
" Pambisita ang platong iyan. "
Natural Translation
That plate is for guests.
Literal Translation
For-guests the plate that.
" Malinis ang kwartong pambisita. "
Natural Translation
The guest room is clean.
Literal Translation
Clean the room (that is) for-guests.
" Huwag mong gamitin ang mga tasang pambisita dahil inilalabas lang iyon ni Nanay kapag may importanteng dumadalaw. "
Natural Translation
Don't use the cups for guests because Mom only brings those out when an important visitor comes.
Literal Translation
Don't you use the cups for-guests because brings-out only those by Mom when there important visiting.
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