From root: tuloy
Usage Note
Pagpapatuloy is the formal noun for the act of carrying on with a task or project. It is frequently seen in news headlines or formal instructions.
Examples
" Maganda ang pagpapatuloy. "
Natural Translation
The continuation is good.
Literal Translation
Good the continuation.
" Ito ang pagpapatuloy ng kwento. "
Natural Translation
This is the continuation of the story.
Literal Translation
This the continuation of story.
" Naghihintay ang mga tagasubaybay sa pagpapatuloy ng serye na natigil noong nakaraang taon. "
Natural Translation
The followers are waiting for the continuation of the series that was paused last year.
Literal Translation
Waiting the plural followers at continuation of series that got-stopped last year.
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