Konggreso (en. Congress)
kɔŋˈɡresɔ
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A body of representatives from different places or regions that gather to discuss important issues.
The congress started on Thursday morning.
Ang konggreso ay nagsimula sa umaga ng Huwebes.
An official gathering of people, often held for purposes of dialogue or change.
The delegates gathered at the congress to discuss new laws.
Ang mga delegado ay nagtipon sa konggreso upang talakayin ang mga bagong batas.
The supreme assembly of a state or country, often composed of elected representatives.
The United States Congress is divided into two houses.
Ang konggreso ng mga Estados Unidos ay nahahati sa dalawang bahay.
Etymology
From Latin 'congressus' meaning gathering or session.
Common Phrases and Expressions
congress of representatives
Gathering of elected members promoting the views of their constituents.
konggreso ng mga kinatawan
national congress
A congress representing the entire country.
pambansang konggreso
Related Words
legislature
The branch of government responsible for making laws.
legislatura
representative
A person elected to represent others.
kinatawan
Slang Meanings
Get together or bonding
Come on, let's konggreso at Juan's house after class!
Tara, mag-konggreso tayo sa bahay ni Juan pagkatapos ng klase!
Chill or have fun
When you konggreso with the gang, your day is sure to be fun!
Pag kasing-konggreso mo yung tropa, tiyak masaya ang araw mo!