From root: dalampasigan
Usage Note
Pandalampasigan is used to describe things, resources, or activities situated on or relating to the shore.
Examples
" Pandalampasigan ang damit niya. "
Natural Translation
Her clothing is for the beach.
Literal Translation
Coastal the clothing her.
" Maraming punong pandalampasigan dito. "
Natural Translation
There are many coastal trees here.
Literal Translation
Many tree coastal here.
" Bago kami umalis patungong probinsiya, inihanda namin ang lahat ng pandalampasigan na gamit gaya ng payong at banig. "
Natural Translation
Before we left for the province, we prepared all the beach gear such as umbrellas and mats.
Literal Translation
Before we left going-to province, prepared by-us the all of coastal things like-of umbrella and mat.
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