Manlulustay (en. Levy collector)
mahn-loo-loo-stahy
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person whose job is to collect taxes or fees.
The levy collector came to collect the overdue bills from the house.
Ang manlulustay ay dumating upang kolektahin ang mga overdue na bayarin ng bahay.
Also refers to an official responsible for collecting government dues.
As a levy collector, he is responsible for ensuring that all taxes are collected properly.
Bilang manlulustay, responsable siya sa pagsiguro na ang lahat ng buwis ay nakokolekta nang maayos.
Etymology
Originates from the root word 'lusta' which means 'to choose or to engage'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tax levy collector
a person who collects taxes from citizens
manlulustay ng buwis
collecting fees collector
a person who collects various fees and debts
manlulustay ng bayarin
Related Words
collection
The process of collecting amounts or taxes.
koleksyon
tax
A compulsory payment to the government from citizens.
buwis
Slang Meanings
A deceiver or someone who causes trouble, often used for people who disrupt relationships.
He is the deceitful one who tempted your boyfriend.
Siya ang manlulustay na umakit sa boyfriend mo.
Dishonesty or pretentiousness pretending to be good for selfish gains.
Make sure you aren't swayed by that deceiver, it's all just a show.
Tiyakin mong hindi ka maakit sa manlulustay na iyon, puro palabas lang.