Biskondesa (en. Bisque)

/bisko̱ndesa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term used for a high-ranking nun in the church.
The biskondesa has an important role in managing the church staff.
Ang biskondesa ay may mahalagang papel sa pamamahala ng mga kawaning simbahan.
A woman who is a member of a religious order, often with duties related to sacramental preparations.
The biskondesa assisted in performing rituals in the church.
Ang biskondesa ay tumulong sa pagsasagawa ng mga ritwal sa simbahan.
Title given to a nun with a high level of authority in her order.
The biskondesa led the meeting of the nuns.
Ang biskondesa ay namuno sa pagpupulong ng mga madre.

Etymology

Spanish: 'biscón' meaning 'family of nuns'

Common Phrases and Expressions

church biskondesa
refers to a high-ranking nun in the context of the church.
biskondesa ng simbahan
duties of the biskondesa
the responsibilities associated with the biskondesa.
mga tungkulin ng biskondesa

Related Words

bishop
A high church leader who oversees multiple churches and nuns.
biskop
order
A group of people with the same religious beliefs and goals.
orden

Slang Meanings

A comfortable or chill person, often enjoying life.
She's just like a biskondesa, doesn't seem to take things too seriously.
Parang biskondesa lang siya, parang ayaw magpakaseryoso sa mga bagay.
A woman who loves beautiful things or is wealthy.
Of course, she's a biskondesa, she has so many expensive things!
Siyempre, biskondesa siya, ang daming mamahaling gamit!