From root: takda
Usage Note
Nakatakda is used to describe events or plans that are fixed or destined to occur. Nakatakda ang pag-alis ng barko sa ganap na ikawalo ng gabi.
Examples
" Nakatakda na ang biyahe namin. "
Natural Translation
Our trip is already scheduled.
Literal Translation
Scheduled already the trip our.
" Nakatakda na ang ating pulong. "
Natural Translation
Our meeting is already scheduled.
Literal Translation
Scheduled already the our meeting.
" Nakatakda sanang umalis ang eroplano kanina, ngunit naantala ito dahil sa masamang panahon. "
Natural Translation
The plane was supposed to leave earlier, but it was delayed because of the bad weather.
Literal Translation
Scheduled hopefully-LINK leave the airplane earlier, but delayed it because of bad weather.
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