From root: dala
Usage Note
Padala is a very common term for money or packages sent to family members, especially by those working abroad.
Examples
" Para sa iyo ang padala. "
Natural Translation
The package is for you.
Literal Translation
For to you the sent-item.
" Magkano ang padala mo? "
Natural Translation
How much is your remittance?
Literal Translation
How-much the remittance your?
" Buwan-buwan ay nagpapadala ng pera ang ate ko mula sa abroad, at ang padala niya ang ikinabubuhay ng aming pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Every month my older sister sends money from abroad, and her remittance is what supports our family.
Literal Translation
Month-month sends of money the older-sister my from abroad, and the remittance her the supports of our family.
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