takda
takdâ with stress marks
deadline; fixed limit
Usage Note
Takda refers to a set deadline or limit, frequently used in school and professional settings. You will most often encounter it in the term 'takdang-aralin' (homework) or when discussing official schedules and appointments.
Examples
" May takda ang proyekto. "
Natural Translation
The project has a deadline.
Literal Translation
Has deadline the project.
" May takda sa pagsusulit. "
Natural Translation
There is a deadline for the exam.
Literal Translation
There is a deadline on the exam.
" Mahigpit ang takda ng pagpapasa ng aplikasyon, kaya siguraduhin mong kumpleto ang lahat ng dokumento bago iyon. "
Natural Translation
The deadline for submitting the application is strict, so make sure all the documents are complete before then.
Literal Translation
Strict the deadline of submission of application, so make-sure you complete the all of documents before that.
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