From root: tayo
Usage Note
Pagtatayo specifically refers to the ongoing process of building structures or establishing new organizations.
Examples
" Tapos na ang pagtatayo. "
Natural Translation
The construction is finished.
Literal Translation
Finished already the construction.
" Nagsimula na ang pagtatayo ng gusali. "
Natural Translation
The construction of the building has started.
Literal Translation
Started already the construction of-the building.
" Naantala ang pagtatayo ng bagong paaralan dahil sa walang tigil na pag-ulan sa nakaraang buwan. "
Natural Translation
The construction of the new school was delayed because of the nonstop rain last month.
Literal Translation
Delayed the construction of new school because of no stop rain at past month.
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