abogado
abogádo with stress marks
lawyer
Usage Note
Abogado is the general term for a lawyer, with abogada specifically used for females. In the Philippines, it is customary and more respectful to address them directly using the English title 'Attorney' or 'Atty.' in both formal and daily conversation.
Examples
" Abogado ang tatay ko. "
Natural Translation
My father is a lawyer.
Literal Translation
Lawyer the father my.
" Siya ay isang abogado. "
Natural Translation
He/she is a lawyer.
Literal Translation
He/she is a lawyer.
" Kumunsulta muna kami sa isang abogado bago kami pumirma sa kontrata. "
Natural Translation
We consulted a lawyer first before we signed the contract.
Literal Translation
Consulted first we to one lawyer before we sign on contract.
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