From root: paalam
Usage Note
Pamamaalam is used to describe a more formal or sentimental act of bidding farewell, such as a farewell speech or ceremony.
Examples
" Maganda ang pamamaalam niya. "
Natural Translation
Her farewell was nice.
Literal Translation
Nice the farewell her.
" Malungkot ang kanilang pamamaalam. "
Natural Translation
Their farewell was sad.
Literal Translation
Sad the their farewell.
" Sa pamamaalam ng dating pangulo, marami sa mga empleyado ang hindi napigilan ang pagluha. "
Natural Translation
During the former president's farewell, many of the employees could not hold back their tears.
Literal Translation
In-the farewell of-the former president, many of the employees the not could-hold-back the crying.
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