Opisyal (en. Official)

o-pi-syal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An individual with authority and responsibility for a specific role or position in an institution or organization.
The government official announced the new policy.
Ang opisyal ng gobyerno ay nagbigay ng anunsyo tungkol sa bagong patakaran.
A person serving in a public role and responsible for the welfare of the people.
This official is dedicated to serving his constituents.
Ang opisyal na ito ay nakatuon sa paglilingkod sa kanyang mga nasasakupan.
A recognition or status that grants a person specific rights or powers.
An official document is required to obtain a permit.
Kailangan ng opisyal na dokumento upang makakuha ng permiso.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'oficial'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

official statement
A statement given by an official with authority.
opisyal na pahayag
official agreement
A formal agreement that is disseminated or signed by officials.
opisyal na kasunduan

Related Words

public servant
A person serving the community and has the duty to assist citizens.
lingkod-bayan
agency
An organization with a specific function under a government or institution.
ahensya

Slang Meanings

a real person or legitimate person
He is really the official in the team, you shouldn't doubt him.
Siya talaga ang opisyal sa team, di mo siya dapat pagdududahan.
a nice person but seems too formal
Your official seems too formal, he's not chill.
Parang ang opisyal mo, sobrang pormal, hindi siya chill.
having authority or power
An official is needed to fix the problem.
Kailangan ng opisyal para ayusin ang problema.