From root: gitna
Usage Note
Panggitna is used to describe things located in the center, like the panggitnang baitang or middle level of a building.
Examples
" Nasa panggitnang upuan ako. "
Natural Translation
I am in the middle seat.
Literal Translation
At-the middle seat I.
" Ito ang panggitna na upuan. "
Natural Translation
This is the middle seat.
Literal Translation
This the middle seat.
" Inilagay namin ang mesa sa panggitnang bahagi ng silid para magkasya ang lahat ng bisita. "
Natural Translation
We placed the table in the central part of the room so that all the guests would fit.
Literal Translation
Placed we the table in central part of room so-that fit the all of guests.
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