From root: lakad
Usage Note
Palakad refers to the set of rules, procedures, or the management style of an organization or household.
Examples
" Bago ang palakad dito. "
Natural Translation
The policy here is new.
Literal Translation
New the policy here.
" Ano ang palakad ng opisina ninyo? "
Natural Translation
What is the policy of your office?
Literal Translation
What the policy of office yours?
" Iba ang palakad sa bawat kompanya, kaya kailangan mong basahin ang mga patakaran bago ka pumirma. "
Natural Translation
The policy is different in every company, so you need to read the rules before you sign.
Literal Translation
Different the policy in every company, so need you read the rules before you sign.
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