From root: dali
Usage Note
Kadalian refers to the state or quality of being easy or the speed at which something is finished.
Examples
" Gusto ko ang kadalian nito. "
Natural Translation
I like the easiness of this.
Literal Translation
Like I the easiness of-this.
" Nagulat ako sa kadalian ng pagsusulit. "
Natural Translation
I was surprised by the easiness of the exam.
Literal Translation
Surprised I in easiness of exam.
" Dahil sa kadalian ng paggamit ng bagong app, mabilis itong natutunan kahit ng mga matatanda. "
Natural Translation
Because of the ease of using the new app, even the elderly learned it quickly.
Literal Translation
Because of easiness of using of new app, quick this learned even of the elderly.
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