From root: lungsod
Usage Note
Panlungsod refers to regulations, events, or services that are specific to a city's jurisdiction.
Examples
" Panlungsod ang proyektong ito. "
Natural Translation
This project is city-wide.
Literal Translation
City-wide the project this.
" Ang panlungsod na proyekto ay mahalaga. "
Natural Translation
The city project is important.
Literal Translation
The municipal project is important.
" Ang panlungsod na ordinansa tungkol sa basura ay ipinatupad upang mapanatiling malinis ang mga kalsada at ilog. "
Natural Translation
The city ordinance on garbage was enforced to keep the streets and river clean.
Literal Translation
The city ordinance about garbage was enforced so-that to-keep clean the streets and river.
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