Kalihim (en. Secretary)
kah-lee-heem
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person responsible for recording or taking note of information and documents in an office or meeting.
The secretary of the association is responsible for organizing meetings.
Ang kalihim ng asosasyon ay responsable sa pag-aasikaso ng mga meeting.
An official adviser who assists in decision-making for the government or other organizations.
As a secretary, she provides essential information to the board members.
Bilang kalihim, siya ay nagbibigay ng mahahalagang impormasyon sa mga miyembro ng lupon.
A position in an organization similar to a manager.
The company's secretary collaborates with the CEO on projects.
Ang kalihim ng kumpanya ay nagtutulungan sa CEO sa mga proyekto.
Etymology
From the word 'lihim' which means secret or hidden.
Common Phrases and Expressions
secretary of state
A high-ranking government position referring to the secretary of a state agency.
kalihim ng estado
Related Words
secret
Meaning hidden or not visible/touchable.
lihim
official
A person assigned to a public or private duty.
opisyal
Slang Meanings
secret buddy
Who is your secret buddy? It seems like you’re always together.
Sino bang kalihim mo? Parang lagi kayong magkasama.
close friend or confidant
He might be my new confidant since he’s always there for me.
Baka siya na ang bagong kalihim ko, kasi lagi siyang nandiyan para sa akin.
secretive partner or accomplice
You should be careful because not all accomplices can be trusted.
Dapat maging maingat ka kasi hindi lahat ng kalihim ay mapagkakatiwalaan.