pala

3 meanings · particle · noun

particle

discourse particle indicating realization, contrast, or soft emphasis

Maulan pala ngayon.

It's raining today, I see.

shovel; spade

Kunin mo ang pala para maghukay tayo.

Get the shovel so we can dig.

blessing; grace; bounty

Also accepted:reward

Itinuturing niyang pala ng Diyos ang bagong trabaho.

He considers the new job a blessing from God.

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