pamamahala
management; governance
From root: bahala
Usage Note
Pamamahala refers to the act or system of directing or governing an organization or government.
Examples
" Mahusay ang pamamahala niya. "
Natural Translation
His management is excellent.
Literal Translation
Excellent the management his.
" Maayos ang pamamahala sa kompanya. "
Natural Translation
The management in the company is orderly.
Literal Translation
Orderly the management in company.
" Umunlad ang barangay dahil sa matapat at malinis na pamamahala ng bagong kapitan. "
Natural Translation
The barangay prospered because of the honest and clean governance of the new captain.
Literal Translation
Prospered the barangay because of honest and clean governance of new captain.
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