Mayordomo (en. Butler)

ma-yor-do-mo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person responsible for managing the affairs of a household or estate.
The butler managed all the necessary tasks in the large house.
Ang mayordomo ang namahala sa lahat ng kinakailangang gawain sa malaking bahay.
A supervisor or manager in a specific task or event.
At every major event, there is a butler taking care of everything.
Sa bawat malaking kaganapan, mayroong mayordomo na nag-aasikaso ng lahat.
A high-ranking position in the service of wealthy families.
The butler often works for aristocratic families.
Ang mayordomo ay kadalasang nagtatrabaho para sa mga aristokratikong pamilya.

Etymology

from the Spanish 'mayordomo'

Common Phrases and Expressions

butler of the household
refers to the butler who manages all aspects of a household
mayordomo ng tahanan
event's butler
a butler taking care of the details in an event
mayordomo ng isang kaganapan

Related Words

helper
A person who assists with household tasks.
katulong
servant
A person who serves others, especially in a household.
servant

Slang Meanings

Basically, he’s the manager or boss of the house.
Juan is the butler of the mansion, so he takes care of everything.
Si Juan ang mayordomo ng mansion, kaya siya ang nag-aasikaso sa lahat.
Like the 'go-to guy' at home or any event.
He's the butler at the party; he directs people on what to do.
Siya ang mayordomo sa party; siya ang nag-uutos sa mga tao kung ano ang dapat gawin.
Someone who takes care of the guests.
Liza is the butler of our family gathering, so everything runs smoothly.
Si Liza ang mayordomo ng aming family gathering, kaya lahat ay maayos.