From root: segundo
Usage Note
Segundaryo is a formal term used to describe something that is subordinate or follows the primary level. It is often used in technical or academic discussions.
Examples
" Segundaryo lang ang isyung iyan. "
Natural Translation
That issue is only secondary.
Literal Translation
Secondary only the issue that.
" Ito ay segundaryo lamang na problema. "
Natural Translation
This is only a secondary problem.
Literal Translation
This is secondary only problem.
" Sa anumang desisyon, dapat unahin ang kaligtasan at gawing segundaryo ang gastos o ang bilis ng resulta. "
Natural Translation
In any decision, safety must come first and cost or the speed of the result should be made secondary.
Literal Translation
In any decision, should prioritize the safety and make secondary the cost or the speed of result.
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