From root: kamiseta
Usage Note
Pangkamiseta uses the pang- prefix on kamiseta to describe fabric or materials intended for making undershirts or T-shirts. It is used in markets and sewing contexts to specify textile weight and weave appropriate for light inner garments.
Examples
" Pangkamiseta ang telang ito. "
Natural Translation
This fabric is for T-shirts.
Literal Translation
For-T-shirt the fabric this.
" Ang telang ito ay pangkamiseta. "
Natural Translation
This fabric is for T-shirts.
Literal Translation
The fabric this is for-T-shirt.
" Pumili ang mananahi ng manipis na telang pangkamiseta dahil ito ang pinakaangkop para sa mainit na panahon. "
Natural Translation
The seamstress chose thin T-shirt fabric because it is the most suitable for hot weather.
Literal Translation
Chose the seamstress of thin fabric for-T-shirt because this the most-suitable for hot weather.
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