kasali
kasalí with stress marks
participant
From root: sali
Usage Note
Kasali is derived from sali (to join, to include) and means a participant or someone included in a group or activity. It is used in organizational, sporting, and social contexts to indicate membership or active involvement.
Examples
" Kasali ako sa laro. "
Natural Translation
I am a participant in the game.
Literal Translation
Participant I in game.
" Lahat ng kasali sa kumpetisyon ay nakatanggap ng sertipiko. "
Natural Translation
All participants in the competition received a certificate.
Literal Translation
All participants in-the competition received certificate.
" Bawat kasali sa palatuntunan ay kailangang magparehistro muna bago payagang pumasok sa bulwagan. "
Natural Translation
Every participant in the program needs to register first before being allowed to enter the hall.
Literal Translation
Every participant in program is needs-to register first before allowed enter to hall.
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