pagpapalawak
expansion; widening
From root: lawak
Usage Note
Pagpapalawak refers to the process of broadening or expanding something, such as a business or a road network. It is often used in professional or academic contexts.
Examples
" Sinimulan ang pagpapalawak ng tindahan. "
Natural Translation
The expansion of the store has begun.
Literal Translation
Begun the expansion of store.
" Nagsimula na ang pagpapalawak ng kalsada. "
Natural Translation
The road widening has already started.
Literal Translation
Started already the widening of the road.
" Inilatag ng kumpanya ang malawakang plano para sa pagpapalawak ng kanilang negosyo sa buong bansa. "
Natural Translation
The company laid out an extensive plan for the expansion of their business across the whole country.
Literal Translation
Laid-out the company the extensive plan for the expansion of their business in whole country.
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