Batuta (en. Baton)

ba-tu-ta

Synonyms

leader or spokesperson of a group

Kiko is the leader of our project, he will provide the direction.

Si Kiko ang batuta sa ating proyekto, siya ang magbibigay ng direction.

brother-in-law or friend who becomes the spokesperson

Your bro's here, help me out with the presentation!

Nandiyan na ang batuta mo, tulungan mo naman ako sa presentation!

has authority or power

Of course, he’s in charge here, we should follow his decision.

Siyempre, siya ang batuta dito, dapat nating sundin ang kanyang desisyon.