patayo
upright or vertical
From root: tayo
Usage Note
Patayo describes objects that are oriented vertically rather than horizontally. Use this when describing how to place furniture or signs.
Examples
" Patayo ang pagkakalagay ng aklat. "
Natural Translation
The book is placed upright.
Literal Translation
Upright the placement of book.
" Patayo ang pagkakabit ng poster. "
Natural Translation
The poster was installed in an upright position.
Literal Translation
Upright the installation of-the poster.
" Mas mainam na patayo ang pagkakaayos ng mga libro sa istante upang mas madaling makita ang kanilang mga pamagat. "
Natural Translation
It is better to arrange the books upright on the shelf so that their titles are easier to see.
Literal Translation
More better that upright the arrangement of plural book on shelf so more easy see the their plural title.
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