From root: biyernes
Usage Note
Biyernes-biyernes is used to indicate that something happens repeatedly every Friday. It uses full reduplication of the root word to signify regularity.
Examples
" Biyernes-biyernes kaming naglalaro. "
Natural Translation
We play every Friday.
Literal Translation
Every-Friday we play.
" Biyernes-biyernes kami nagkikita. "
Natural Translation
We meet every Friday.
Literal Translation
Every-Friday we meet.
" Biyernes-biyernes kaming nagtitipon sa bahay ni Lola para magluto at magkuwentuhan habang nanonood ng pelikula. "
Natural Translation
Every Friday we gather at Grandma's house to cook and chat while watching a movie.
Literal Translation
Every-Friday we gather at house of Grandma to cook and chat-together while watching of movie.
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