Also means
Papel can also mean role, legal documents, reputation, or showing off to gain favor.
Usage Note
Papel refers to any writing material or official document in a classroom or office. In a social sense, it can refer to the "role" someone plays in a situation.
Examples
" Bigyan mo ako ng papel. "
Natural Translation
Give me some paper.
Literal Translation
Give you me of paper.
" Kumuha ka ng isang pirasong papel. "
Natural Translation
Get one piece of paper.
Literal Translation
Get you of one piece paper.
" Mahalaga ang papel na ginagampanan ng mga guro sa paghubog ng kinabukasan ng mga kabataan. "
Natural Translation
The role that teachers play in shaping the future of the youth is important.
Literal Translation
Important the role that played of the teachers in shaping of future of the youth.
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