Alkaldesa (en. Mayor)

al-ka-ldey-sa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A woman who leads a town or municipality.
The mayor of our town gave a wonderful speech during the celebration.
Ang alkaldesa ng aming bayan ay nagbigay ng magandang talumpati sa pagdiriwang.
An elected leader responsible for local governance.
The new mayor promises changes in her jurisdiction.
Ang bagong alkaldesa ay nangangako ng mga pagbabago sa kanilang nasasakupan.
A woman connected to government and serving the people.
The mayor serves as the voice of her constituents.
Ang alkaldesa ay nagsisilbing boses ng kanyang mga nasasakupan.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

The mayors in the Philippines
Refers to all the female mayors in the country.
Ang mga alkaldesa sa Pilipinas

Related Words

mayor
The male leader of a town or municipality.
alkalde
election
A voting process to select political officials.
halalan

Slang Meanings

Female leader or head of the barangay.
Ms. Rosa is the barangay captain of Santo Niño.
Si Aling Rosa ang alkaldesa ng Barangay Santo Niño.
Often used to refer to a woman who is too bossy or arrogant.
Marissa's bossy nature is really noticeable in our group.
Sobrang kapansin-pansin ang pagiging alkaldesa ni Marissa sa aming grupo.