Retroaktibo (en. Retroactive)
reh-tro-ak-ti-bo
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Having effect or validity from the past.
The new law is retroactive from the date of signing.
Ang bagong batas ay retroaktibo mula sa petsa ng paglagda.
Related to events or situations that have already occurred.
The retroactive payment is given to employees.
Ang retroaktibong pagbabayad ay ibinibigay sa mga empleyado.
Etymology
Combined term 'retro' meaning backward and 'aktibo' meaning active.
Common Phrases and Expressions
retroactive law
Law that is effective from the past.
retroaktibong batas
Related Words
exemption
Recognition of historical cases or past events.
pagtatangi
Slang Meanings
backpay or lost wages
I need to make the most of my retroactive pay for my debts.
Kailangan kong sulitin ang retroaktibo ko para sa mga utang ko.
back payment
I'll be rich with my retroactive pay from my job!
Yayaman na ako sa retroaktibo ko sa trabaho ko!
additional payment from the past period
Wow, my retroactive pay is huge, I really need this!
Grabe, ang laki ng retroaktibo ko, talagang kailangan ko ito!