Mamalaka (en. To govern)
/ma-ma-la-ka/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A power or authority that gives commands or orders.
The governor of the town enacted new laws.
Ang mamalala sa bayan ay nagtakda ng mga bagong batas.
Having control over a situation or place.
His authority over the project led to positive outcomes.
Ang kanyang mamalala sa proyekto ay nagdala ng maayos na resulta.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'pamahala' meaning 'power' or 'authority'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
governance of the town
Leaders who have authority over a medium.
mamalaka ng bayan
Related Words
management
The process of leading or governing a group or organization.
pamamahala
power
The ability or authority to make decisions.
kapangyarihan
Slang Meanings
having authority or being in charge
He should intervene because he has authority here.
Dapat siyang makialam, dahil siya ang may mamalaka dito.
representation of power
In every decision, there is always authority that should be considered.
Sa bawat desisyon, palaging may mamalaka na dapat isaalang-alang.
boss or leader
Our boss is the real authority in the office.
Yung boss namin, siya ang tunay na mamalaka sa opisina.