katanggap-tanggap
acceptable; satisfactory
From root: tanggap
Usage Note
Katanggap-tanggap is used when evaluating if a behavior or result meets the required standards.
Examples
" Katanggap-tanggap ang resulta. "
Natural Translation
The result is acceptable.
Literal Translation
Acceptable the result.
" Ang kanyang paliwanag ay katanggap-tanggap. "
Natural Translation
His/Her explanation is acceptable.
Literal Translation
His/her explanation is acceptable.
" Bagaman hindi perpekto ang kanyang trabaho, katanggap-tanggap pa rin ito at maaari na nating ipasa sa kliyente. "
Natural Translation
Although his/her work isn't perfect, it is still acceptable and we can already submit it to the client.
Literal Translation
Although not perfect the his/her work, acceptable still also this and can already we submit to client.
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