Konggresista (en. Congressperson)
/koŋˈɡɾɛsista/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is a member of congress.
The congressperson leads discussions on the ballot.
Ang konggresista ay nangunguna sa mga talakayan sa balota.
Representative from a district in congress.
The congressperson from our district invites suggestions from citizens.
Ang konggresista ng aming distrito ay nag-iimbita ng mga suhestiyon mula sa mga mamamayan.
Etymology
from the English term 'congressman' or 'congresswoman'
Common Phrases and Expressions
proposed law by the congressperson
A law presented or submitted by a congressperson for review or vote.
batas na ipinanukala ng konggresista
Related Words
congress
The legislative body of a country responsible for making laws.
konggreso
Slang Meanings
A main person in politics often used in jokes.
You're like a congressman, always saying something but not helping at all!
Para kang konggresista, laging may sinasabi pero di naman tumutulong!
A person who loves to meddle in issues they are not involved in.
Don't be a congressman, always nosy in other people's lives!
Huwag kang maging konggresista, pakialamero sa buhay ng iba!
Refers to politicians often seen in the news but who don't help.
Congressmen, all talk on TV but no action!
Mga konggresista, puro salita sa TV, pero walang gawa!