From root: dala
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagdala
nag-da-LA
brought
Present (Incomplete)
nagdadala
nag-da-da-LA
bringing
Future (Contemplated)
magdadala
mag-da-da-LA
will bring
Usage Note
Magdala is used when the focus is on the actor performing the action of bringing or carrying something to a destination. It is a versatile actor-focus verb commonly used for daily tasks like bringing supplies or carrying items to a social gathering.
Examples
" Magdala ka ng tubig. "
Natural Translation
Bring some water.
Literal Translation
Bring you of water.
" Huwag kalimutang magdala ng payong. "
Natural Translation
Don't forget to bring an umbrella.
Literal Translation
Don't forget to-bring of umbrella.
" Sinabi ng guro na dapat magdala ang bawat bata ng sariling baon bukas para sa piknik. "
Natural Translation
The teacher said that each child should bring their own packed food tomorrow for the picnic.
Literal Translation
Said by-the teacher that should bring the each child of own packed-food tomorrow for the picnic.
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