Punongguro (en. Principal)

po-nong-gu-ro

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who leads or runs a school.
The principal is responsible for managing all activities in the school.
Ang punongguro ay responsable sa pamamahala ng lahat ng gawain sa paaralan.
An instructor who holds a high position in an educational institution.
The teachers introduced the principal to the parents at the meeting.
Ipinakilala ng mga guro ang punongguro sa mga magulang sa pulong.
A person who cares for students and aids in their development.
The principal helped develop programs for the students.
Nakatulong ang punongguro sa pagpapaunlad ng mga programa para sa mga mag-aaral.

Etymology

The term 'punongguro' originates from the words 'puno' (chief) and 'guru' (teacher) in the Filipino language.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Go to the principal
To talk to the principal about something in school.
Pumunta sa punongguro
Thank you, principal
An expression of gratitude to the principal.
Salamat, punongguro

Related Words

teacher
A person who teaches or imparts knowledge.
guro
school
An institution for education.
paaralan

Slang Meanings

Father of teachers / Boss of teachers
Our principal is very supportive of the teachers and students.
Ang punongguro namin ay napaka-supportive sa mga guro at estudyante.
Leader of the school
Our principal is very hardworking in organizing events.
Sobrang sipag ng punongguro namin sa pag-organize ng mga events.
Older sister/brother to the students
You know, our principal feels like an older sister to everyone.
Alam mo, parang ate lang ang punongguro namin sa lahat.