destinasyon
destinasyón with stress marks
destination
Usage Note
Destinasyon, from Spanish destinación, is widely used in travel, shipping, and everyday contexts. In the Philippines, where inter-island travel is common, destinasyon frequently appears in discussions about ferry routes, airline tickets, and tourism, and is also used metaphorically for life goals and aspirations.
Examples
" Ano ang destinasyon natin? "
Natural Translation
What is our destination?
Literal Translation
What the destination our?
" Ano ang iyong destinasyon sa bakasyon ngayong taon? "
Natural Translation
What is your vacation destination this year?
Literal Translation
What the your destination in vacation this year?
" Bago tayo umalis, tiyakin nating tama ang destinasyon na nakasulat sa ating mga tiket. "
Natural Translation
Before we leave, let's make sure the destination written on our tickets is correct.
Literal Translation
Before we leave, ensure we-that correct the destination that written on our tickets.
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