Dean (en. Dekano)

din

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A high official in an academic institution, usually in charge of a college or department.
The dean delivered a speech at the graduation ceremony.
Ang dekano ay nagbigay ng talumpati sa seremonya ng pagtatapos.
An official who manages academic activities and policies of a unit in a university.
The dean of education appointed a new curriculum for the following year.
Ang dekano ng edukasyon ay nagtalaga ng bagong kurikulum para sa susunod na taon.
A person responsible for planning, managing, and regulating programs at a university.
The dean works with faculty to improve the quality of teaching.
Ang dekano ay nagtatrabaho kasama ang mga guro upang mapabuti ang kalidad ng pagtuturo.

Etymology

English, from Middle English 'dein' meaning leader.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Objectives of the dean
The goals or mandate of a dean under their administration.
Tunguhin ng dekano

Related Words

collection
A collection of courses offered by the dean in their unit.
koleksyon
curriculum
The courses and subjects organized under the dean's management.
kurikulum

Slang Meanings

star or leader
Joey is so great; he really is the dean of our group!
Sobrang galing ni Joey, talagang siya ang dean ng grupo namin!
high position
He became the dean of the college at the age of 30; he has reached great heights!
Naging dean siya ng college sa edad na 30, ang taas ng naabot niya!