Mahalagang tao (en. Important person)
/ma-ha-la-ga-ng ta-o/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who has high value or importance in a particular context.
He is an important person in my life.
Siya ay isang mahalagang tao sa aking buhay.
An individual who plays an important role or contribution in society or a group.
We have many important people in our community that should be valued.
Marami tayong mahalagang tao sa ating komunidad na dapat pahalagahan.
A person holding a high position or authority in an institution or organization.
The important person in the company decided on changes to the policies.
Ang mahalagang tao sa kumpanya ay nagpasya ng mga pagbabago sa mga patakaran.
Etymology
Combination of the words 'mahalaga' (important) and 'tao' (person)
Common Phrases and Expressions
important person
A person of great value or significance.
mahalagang tao
person with authority
An important person with power or influence.
tao na may awtoridad
Related Words
important
A term that describes value or significance.
mahalaga
person
An individual or being that is alive.
tao
Slang Meanings
important person or famous person
Of course, with that important person, many people admire him.
Siyempre, sa mahalagangtao na yan, maraming tao ang humahanga.
influential person
We need the opinion of an important person in this situation.
Kailangan natin ng opinion ng mahalagangtao sa sitwasyong ito.
person with power or influence
Sometimes, an important person is not just famous but also has power.
Minsan, ang mahalagangtao ay hindi lamang sikat kundi may kapangyarihan din.