From root: taon
Usage Note
Pagkakataon refers to a specific moment or situation that allows something to happen. Pagkakataon mo na ito means this is your opportunity.
Examples
" Ito na ang pagkakataon mo. "
Natural Translation
This is your chance now.
Literal Translation
This now the opportunity your.
" Salamat sa pagkakataon. "
Natural Translation
Thank you for the opportunity.
Literal Translation
Thanks for opportunity.
" Huwag mong palampasin ang pagkakataong ito dahil baka hindi na ito maulit kailanman. "
Natural Translation
Don't let this opportunity slip away because it might never come again.
Literal Translation
Don't you let-pass the opportunity this because maybe not anymore this repeat ever.
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