From root: sala
Usage Note
Walang-sala is used to describe someone who is free from guilt or has not committed a crime. It is the direct opposite of maysala.
Examples
" Walang-sala ang akusado. "
Natural Translation
The accused is innocent.
Literal Translation
Innocent the accused.
" Ang bata ay walang-sala. "
Natural Translation
The child is innocent.
Literal Translation
The child is innocent.
" Pinaniwalaan ng hukom na walang-sala ang lalaki matapos mapatunayan na wala siya sa lugar nang maganap ang krimen. "
Natural Translation
The judge believed the man was innocent after it was proven that he wasn't at the place when the crime happened.
Literal Translation
Believed by judge that innocent the man after proven that not he at-the place when happened the crime.
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