tolda
tólda with stress marks
tent; canvas cloth
Usage Note
Tolda comes from Spanish toldo and refers to a canvas tent or tarpaulin covering set up at outdoor events, fiestas, or markets to provide shade and shelter. It is a practical staple of Filipino celebrations, typically erected over tables and chairs in front of homes or in public spaces.
Examples
" Malaki ang tolda sa plaza. "
Natural Translation
The tent in the plaza is big.
Literal Translation
Big the tent in plaza.
" Natulog sila sa loob ng tolda. "
Natural Translation
They slept inside the tent.
Literal Translation
Slept they inside of tent.
" Nagpatayo sila ng tolda sa harap ng bahay para may silungan ang mga bisita kung umulan sa piyesta. "
Natural Translation
They had a tent set up in front of the house so the guests would have shelter if it rained during the fiesta.
Literal Translation
Caused-to-erect they of tent in front of house so has shelter the guests if rain during fiesta.
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