From root: sampu
Usage Note
Tigsampu is used when distributing items to ensure every person or unit receives ten.
Examples
" Tigsampu kami ng mansanas. "
Natural Translation
We each got ten apples.
Literal Translation
Ten-each we of apple.
" Tigsampu ang bayad sa bus. "
Natural Translation
The bus fare is ten each.
Literal Translation
Ten-each the fare in bus.
" Tigsampu ang ibinigay na lobo sa mga bata, kaya walang nainggit o nag-away sa paaralan. "
Natural Translation
Each child was given ten balloons, so no one felt envious or fought at school.
Literal Translation
Ten-each the given that balloon to the children, so none envied or fought at school.
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