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madla

madlâ with stress marks

public; the masses

noun pronoun mad-LA Sanskrit origin Rare
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Illustration of "madla" (public; the masses)

Usage Note

Madla is a formal term for the general public or the masses, often used in news broadcasts, speeches, and official announcements. It is most commonly heard in the phrase "sa madla" (to the public) or used to address a large audience collectively.

Examples

Beginner

" Bukas ang parke sa madla. "

Natural Translation

The park is open to the public.

Literal Translation

Open the park to public.

Intermediate

" Nagtalumpati siya sa harap ng madla. "

Natural Translation

He gave a speech in front of the public.

Literal Translation

Gave speech he in front of public.

Advanced

" Bago niya inilabas ang desisyon, sinigurado ng pamahalaan na malinaw itong maipapaliwanag sa madla. "

Natural Translation

Before releasing the decision, the government made sure it could be clearly explained to the public.

Literal Translation

Before he released the decision, ensured by-the government that clearly it could-be-explained to public.

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pangmadla DERIVED

for the public; mass

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