From root: linis
Usage Note
Panlinis refers to any object or substance used for cleaning purposes. Marami kaming panlinis sa kusina means we have many cleaning supplies in the kitchen.
Examples
" Wala tayong panlinis. "
Natural Translation
We have no cleaning supplies.
Literal Translation
None we cleaning-supplies.
" Gumamit ako ng panlinis. "
Natural Translation
I used a cleaning tool.
Literal Translation
I used a cleaning tool.
" Bago tayo magsimula, bilhin muna natin ang lahat ng panlinis na kakailanganin sa paglilinis ng bagong bahay. "
Natural Translation
Before we start, let us first buy all the cleaning supplies we will need to clean the new house.
Literal Translation
Before we start, buy first we the all of cleaning-supplies that will-be-needed in cleaning of new house.
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