Awtoridad (en. Authority)
aw-to-ri-dad
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A power or force characterized by influence.
The authority of teachers in school is important for order.
Ang awtoridad ng mga guro sa paaralan ay mahalaga para sa kaayusan.
The right to command or enforce rules.
The government has the authority to create laws.
May awtoridad ang pamahalaan na lumikha ng mga batas.
A group or individual with power in a specific matter.
The health authorities provide recommendations during an epidemic.
Ang mga awtoridad sa kalusugan ay nagbibigay ng mga rekomendasyon sa panahon ng epidemya.
Etymology
from the English word 'authority'
Common Phrases and Expressions
has authority
you have power or rights
may awtoridad
authority of the law
the power of existing laws
awtoridad ng batas
Related Words
compliance
The act of adhering to commands or regulations.
pagsunod
power
The ability to exert influence or control.
kapangyarihan
Slang Meanings
boss or commander
We should follow the authority, she's our boss here.
Dapat tayong sumunod sa awtoridad, siya ang boss natin dito.
powerful
Not much could be done because the authority is powerful.
Walang masyadong nagawa kasi ang awtoridad ay makapangyarihan.
policy
You know, the authority here has strict policies.
Alam mo, ang awtoridad dito ay may mahigpit na patakaran.