From root: motorsiklo
Usage Note
Pang-motor is a common colloquial term used when referring to parts or items intended for a motorcycle, like pang-motor na langis meaning motorcycle oil.
Examples
" Pang-motor ang gamit na ito. "
Natural Translation
This item is for a motorcycle.
Literal Translation
For-motorcycle the item that this.
" May dala siyang gamit na pang-motor. "
Natural Translation
He brought equipment for a motorcycle.
Literal Translation
Has carry he equipment that for-motorcycle.
" Kapag napaglumaan na ang gulong na pang-motor, mas mainam na agad itong palitan kaysa ipagsapalaran sa daan. "
Natural Translation
Once a motorcycle tire has worn out, it's better to replace it right away than to risk it on the road.
Literal Translation
When worn-out already the tire that for-motorcycle, more good that immediately it replace than risk-it on road.
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