From root: habang
Usage Note
Panghabang-panahon refers to something that is permanent or lasts for all time, often used in formal or legal contexts.
Examples
" Panghabang-panahon ang pag-ibig nila. "
Natural Translation
Their love is everlasting.
Literal Translation
Perpetual the love their.
" Ang batas na ito ay panghabang-panahon. "
Natural Translation
This law is perpetual.
Literal Translation
The law that is perpetual.
" Nilagdaan ng dalawang bansa ang kasunduang panghabang-panahon upang matiyak ang kapayapaan sa hinaharap. "
Natural Translation
The two countries signed the perpetual agreement to ensure peace in the future.
Literal Translation
Signed of two countries the agreement perpetual so-that ensure the peace in future.
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