From root: bota
Usage Note
Pambota refers to accessories or items used specifically for boots, such as thick socks or specialized cleaning materials.
Examples
" Bumili ako ng medyas na pambota. "
Natural Translation
I bought socks for boots.
Literal Translation
Bought I of socks that for-boots.
" Kailangan ko ng medyas na pambota. "
Natural Translation
I need socks that are for boots.
Literal Translation
Need I of socks that is for-boots.
" Dahil malamig sa bundok, nagdala siya ng makakapal na medyas na pambota para hindi ginawin ang kanyang mga paa. "
Natural Translation
Because it was cold in the mountains, she brought thick socks for boots so her feet wouldn't get cold.
Literal Translation
Because cold at mountain, brought she of thick socks that for-boots so not get-cold the her feet.
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