trahe
tráhe with stress marks
suit; formal dress
Usage Note
Trahe comes from Spanish traje and refers to formal attire — a suit and tie for men or a gown for women — worn at weddings, fiestas, and other ceremonial events. It stands in clear contrast to casual everyday clothing and carries a sense of occasion.
Examples
" Ang ganda ng trahe niya. "
Natural Translation
His/Her suit is so nice.
Literal Translation
The beauty of suit his/her.
" Suot niya ang kanyang bagong trahe. "
Natural Translation
He/She is wearing his/her new suit.
Literal Translation
Wearing he/she the his/her new suit.
" Inupahan niya ang trahe para sa kasal dahil masyadong mahal kung bibilhin para gamitin minsan lamang. "
Natural Translation
He/She rented the suit for the wedding because it would be too expensive to buy for using only once.
Literal Translation
Rented he/she the suit for the wedding because too expensive if will-buy for to-use once only.
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