Kahalili (en. Substitute)

ka-ha-li-li

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person or thing that can be used as a replacement for another person or thing.

His substitute is ready to perform his duties in his absence.

Ang kanyang kahalili ay handang gampanan ang kanyang mga tungkulin sa oras na siya'y wala.

An official or person who acts as a replacement for another in certain circumstances.

His replacement in the position was formally appointed by the board.

Ang kanyang kahalili sa posisyon ay pormal na inihirang ng board.

Any person representing another person in a situation.

He demonstrated that his substitute was capable of being a great leader.

Ipinakita niya na ang kanyang kahalili ay may kakayahang maging mahusay na lider.

search for a substitute

The process of finding another person or thing that can serve as a replacement.

paghahanap ng kahalili

substitution

The act of replacing or switching from one person or thing to another.

paghahalili

current or new partner

Because of the issues, it seems like she has a new partner in the relationship.

Dahil sa mga problema, mukhang may kahalili na siya sa relasyon.

second option or alternative

If you're not available, I have another option I can call.

Kung hindi ka available, may kahalili akong pwedeng tawagan.

new partner, often used in conversations related to breakups

She said she's happy with her new partner after the breakup.

Sabi niya, masaya na siya sa kanyang kahalili pagkatapos ng breakup.