From root: punta
Usage Note
Pagpunta is a gerund-like noun that refers to the instance or event of visiting a place. It can be used as the subject of a sentence, like in Ang pagpunta rito ay bawal meaning coming here is prohibited.
Examples
" Bawal ang pagpunta rito. "
Natural Translation
Going here is prohibited.
Literal Translation
Prohibited the act-of-going here.
" Maaga ang pagpunta nila. "
Natural Translation
Their visit was early.
Literal Translation
Early the act-of-going their.
" Ang madalas na pagpunta namin sa simbahan ay naging bahagi na ng aming lingguhang gawain. "
Natural Translation
Our frequent visits to the church have become part of our weekly routine.
Literal Translation
The frequent act-of-going our to church became part already of our weekly activity.
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