pabelyon
pabélyon with stress marks
pavilion
Usage Note
Pabelyon is a Spanish loanword referring to a large, often open-sided structure used for exhibitions, ceremonies, or recreation. In the Philippines, pabelyon structures are commonly found at town plazas, fairs, and sports complexes, and the word also appears in the context of international expo pavilions.
Examples
" Pumunta kami sa pabelyon. "
Natural Translation
We went to the pavilion.
Literal Translation
Went we to-the pavilion.
" Malaki ang pabelyon na itinayo nila para sa pista. "
Natural Translation
The pavilion they built for the festival is big.
Literal Translation
Big the pavilion that built they for in festival.
" Nang umulan nang malakas, sumilong kami sa pabelyon habang hinihintay ang pagtigil ng bagyo. "
Natural Translation
When it rained hard, we took shelter at the pavilion while waiting for the storm to stop.
Literal Translation
When rained hard, sheltered we at-the pavilion while waiting the stopping of storm.
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