sanda-sandosena
dozens upon dozens
From root: dosena
Usage Note
Sanda-sandosena is an idiomatic way to express a very large quantity measured in multiple dozens. It highlights abundance or a large volume of something.
Examples
" Sanda-sandosena ang itlog dito. "
Natural Translation
There are dozens upon dozens of eggs here.
Literal Translation
Dozens-upon-dozens the egg here.
" Sanda-sandosena ang mga bulaklak sa palengke. "
Natural Translation
There are dozens upon dozens of flowers at the market.
Literal Translation
Dozens-upon-dozens the flowers in the market.
" Tuwing pista, sanda-sandosena ang putahe sa mesa kaya hindi kayang ubusin ng mga bisita. "
Natural Translation
Every fiesta, there are dozens upon dozens of dishes on the table, so the guests can't finish them all.
Literal Translation
Every fiesta, dozens-upon-dozens the dish on-the table so not able finish by-the guests.
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