From root: pinta
Usage Note
Pagpipinta is the Tagalog gerund used to describe the activity of applying paint to a canvas or surface.
Examples
" Mahirap ang pagpipinta. "
Natural Translation
Painting is difficult.
Literal Translation
Difficult the act-of-painting.
" Hilig ko ang pagpipinta. "
Natural Translation
Painting is my hobby.
Literal Translation
Hobby my the act-of-painting.
" Bago magsimula sa pagpipinta, kailangan munang ihanda ang kambas at piliin ang tamang kulay para sa larawan. "
Natural Translation
Before starting on painting, one must first prepare the canvas and choose the right colors for the picture.
Literal Translation
Before start on act-of-painting, need first-to prepare the canvas and choose the right color for the picture.
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