From root: mall
Usage Note
Pag-ma-mall describes the act or habit of spending time at shopping centers. It is a common weekend activity for many Filipino families and friends.
Examples
" Mahilig kami sa pag-ma-mall. "
Natural Translation
We love going to the mall.
Literal Translation
Fond we of malling-activity.
" Nakakatuwa ang pag-ma-mall. "
Natural Translation
Malling is fun.
Literal Translation
Fun the malling-activity.
" Naging libangan na namin ang pag-ma-mall tuwing Sabado, kahit minsan ay tumitingin lang kami at hindi bumibili. "
Natural Translation
Going to the mall has become our pastime every Saturday, even though sometimes we just look around and do not buy.
Literal Translation
Became pastime already our the malling-activity every Saturday, even sometimes is looking only we and not buying.
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