Pamahalaan (en. Government)

[pɐmɐhɑˈlɑːn]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The system of governance of a state or community.
The government has laid out new policies for the youth.
Ang pamahalaan ay naglatag ng mga bagong patakaran para sa kabataan.
The part of the state that has the authority and responsibility for governance.
The government has the duty to enforce the law.
Ang pamahalaan ay may tungkulin sa pagpapatupad ng batas.
An institution that makes decisions and commands the citizens.
We need an effective government to improve the country.
Kailangan natin ng isang epektibong pamahalaan upang mapabuti ang bansa.

Etymology

Describes institutions established by people to govern.

Common Phrases and Expressions

local government
The local authorities governing the communities.
pamahalaan ng bayan
government by the people
A system where power comes from the citizens.
pamahalaan ng mga tao

Related Words

law
General rules or regulations enforced by the government.
batas
democracy
A system of government where the people have a voice in decision-making.
demokrasya

Slang Meanings

Government (informal term for pamahalaan)
I hope the government has good plans for our town.
Sana maganda ang plano ng gobyerno para sa bayan natin.
Power (referring to those in government positions)
The power of those in the government is huge; they should be responsible.
Grabe ang kapangyarihan ng mga nasa pamahalaan, dapat lang na maging responsable sila.
Admin (slang for the leaders or people in charge)
I just acted like an admin regarding the government's policies.
Nagpaka-admin na lang ako sa mga policy ng pamahalaan.