Kansilyer (en. Chancellor)
/kanˈsilyer/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An official holding a high position in a government responsible for legal or electoral matters.
The chancellor presided over the legislative hearings.
Ang kansilyer ang namuno sa mga pagdinig ng batas.
A term for the head of a university, especially in educational institutions.
The university chancellor should have extensive knowledge in academia.
Ang kansilyer ng unibersidad ay dapat may malawak na kaalaman sa akademya.
A high official in judicial or governmental fields with authority over important decisions.
The chancellor has an important role in enforcing the laws.
Ang kansilyer ay may mahalagang tungkulin sa pagpapatupad ng mga batas.
Etymology
from Spanish 'canciller'
Common Phrases and Expressions
state chancellor
The highest official in charge of state affairs.
kansilyer ng estado
Related Words
chancellress
A woman holding a similar position as a chancellor.
kansilyera
chancellery
The office of a chancellor.
kanselya
Slang Meanings
A page or part where secret or hidden information is inputted.
All the secret documents of the company are in the kansilyer.
Nasa kansilyer na ang lahat ng mga lihim na dokumento ng kumpanya.
A place that is safer for people who have lost trust in others.
Here in the kansilyer, you can freely share secrets.
Dito sa kansilyer, malaya kang mag-share ng mga sikreto.