kurtina
kurtína with stress marks
curtain
Usage Note
Kurtina refers to fabric coverings for windows or doorways and is the standard term used in daily conversation. In many Filipino households, changing to new or special curtains is a common way to decorate for holidays, town fiestas, or family celebrations.
Examples
" Maganda ang bagong kurtina. "
Natural Translation
The new curtain is pretty.
Literal Translation
Pretty the new curtain.
" Bagong laba ang kurtina sa bintana. "
Natural Translation
The curtain on the window is newly washed.
Literal Translation
Newly washed the curtain on window.
" Pinalitan namin ang lumang kurtina bago dumating ang mga bisita para sa handaan ngayong pista. "
Natural Translation
We replaced the old curtains before the guests arrived for the feast this fiesta.
Literal Translation
Replaced we the old curtain before arrive the guests for the celebration this fiesta.
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