From root: punta
Usage Note
Puntahan refers to a common hangout spot or a specific destination. It is often used to ask for recommendations on where to go.
Examples
" Ano ang magandang puntahan dito? "
Natural Translation
What is a good place to visit here?
Literal Translation
What the good destination here?
" Marami tayong dapat puntahan. "
Natural Translation
We have many places to visit.
Literal Translation
Many we must destination-to-visit.
" Kung wala kayong puntahan sa Linggo, samahan ninyo kaming mamasyal sa parke malapit sa bahay namin. "
Natural Translation
If you have no place to go on Sunday, come with us to stroll at the park near our house.
Literal Translation
If none you-have destination on Sunday, accompany you us stroll at park near to house our.
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