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opisina

Office

Beginnernoun

Definition

A room or building where people work at desks.

Example

Nasa opisina ako mula alas-nuwebe.

I am at the office from nine.

Etymology

'Opisina' comes from the Spanish word 'oficina', denoting a workspace or office. It has been adopted into Tagalog maintaining a similar meaning.

How & Where It’s Used

'Opisina' is utilized primarily in formal contexts, especially in business and organizational settings. It is widely recognized in both written and spoken forms.

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