From root: kilala
Usage Note
Pagpapakilala is the formal act of presenting someone or something to a group or another person.
Examples
" Maikli lang ang pagpapakilala. "
Natural Translation
The introduction is short.
Literal Translation
Short just the introduction.
" Mabilis lang ang pagpapakilala. "
Natural Translation
The introduction was just quick.
Literal Translation
Fast just the introduction.
" Bago magsimula ang pulong, ginawa muna ng tagapangulo ang pagpapakilala sa bawat bagong miyembro ng samahan. "
Natural Translation
Before the meeting started, the chairperson first did the introduction of each new member of the organization.
Literal Translation
Before to-start the meeting, did first by chairperson the introduction to each new member of organization.
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