From root: pelikula
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagpelikula
nag-pe-LI-ku-la
filmed
Present (Incomplete)
nagpepelikula
nag-pe-pe-LI-ku-la
is filming
Future (Contemplated)
magpepelikula
mag-pe-pe-LI-ku-la
will film
Usage Note
Magpelikula is used to describe the professional process of filmmaking or producing a motion picture. It is distinct from casual video recording, where learners would more commonly use terms like 'mag-video' or 'kumuha ng video'.
Examples
" Gusto niyang magpelikula. "
Natural Translation
He wants to make films.
Literal Translation
Want he to-film.
" Mahirap magpelikula sa ilalim ng ulan. "
Natural Translation
It is difficult to film in the rain.
Literal Translation
Difficult to film under the rain.
" Bago sila magpelikula sa bundok, kinailangan nilang humingi muna ng pahintulot sa mga residente roon. "
Natural Translation
Before they film in the mountains, they had to first ask permission from the residents there.
Literal Translation
Before they to-film in mountain, needed they to-ask first of permission from the residents there.
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