Usage Note
Renda is a Spanish loanword from 'rienda' for the straps used to control a horse, used literally in equestrian and farming contexts. The figurative phrase 'hawak ang renda' meaning to hold the reins of control is widespread even among non-farmers.
Examples
" Hawakan mo ang renda. "
Natural Translation
Hold the rein.
Literal Translation
Hold you the rein.
" Hawakan mo ang renda ng kabayo. "
Natural Translation
Hold the rein of the horse.
Literal Translation
Hold you the rein of horse.
" Mula nang yumao ang kanyang ama, siya na ang humahawak ng renda sa negosyo ng kanilang pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Ever since his father passed away, he has been the one holding the reins of their family's business.
Literal Translation
Since passed-away the his father, he already the holding of rein in business of their family.
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