Istuwardes (en. Stewardess)

/ɪs.tuˈwar.des/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A female caretaker of passengers on an airplane.
The stewardess gave instructions before takeoff.
Ang istuwardes ay nagbigay ng mga tagubilin bago mag-take off.
A woman who works for an airline to attend to the needs of passengers.
The stewardess assisted passengers with questions.
Tumulong ang istuwardes sa mga pasahero na may mga katanungan.
A woman working in the transportation industry and responsible for passenger safety.
The stewardess was excellent in caring for the passengers during their journey.
Mahusay ang istuwardes sa pag-aalaga sa mga pasahero sa kanilang biyahe.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'esteward' meaning steward.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Thank you, stewardess.
A thank you to the stewardess after receiving service.
Salamat, istuwardes.

Related Words

steward
A foreign term often used in the airline industry referring to the supervisor of passengers.
istuward
service
The process of providing service to passengers.
pagsisilbi

Slang Meanings

Girl on the airplane
The chick flight attendant on the plane was cool.
Ayos ang chic na istuwardes sa eroplano kanina.
Serious friend on a trip
The flight attendant is like a serious friend on the trip, always taking care of you.
Ang istuwardes, parang seryosong kaibigan sa biyahe, lagi kang inaasikaso.
Social helper
The flight attendants are really social helpers on the flight.
Talaga namang social na helper ang mga istuwardes sa flight.