From root: tinda
Usage Note
Tindero refers specifically to a man who sells goods, commonly used in public markets.
Examples
" Mabait ang tindero sa palengke. "
Natural Translation
The vendor at the market is kind.
Literal Translation
Kind the male-vendor at market.
" Ang tindero ay nag-aalok ng sariwang isda. "
Natural Translation
The male vendor is offering fresh fish.
Literal Translation
The male-vendor is offering of fresh fish.
" Tinatawag kami ng tindero tuwing umaga para tikman ang pinakamurang gulay na kararating pa lang. "
Natural Translation
The vendor calls us every morning to sample the cheapest vegetables that have just been delivered.
Literal Translation
Is-calling us the male-vendor every morning to taste the cheapest vegetable that just-arrived only.
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