From root: batas
Usage Note
Mambabatas refers to members of the legislature, such as senators or congressmen. It is frequently used in political news and discussions.
Examples
" Nagsalita ang mambabatas kahapon. "
Natural Translation
The lawmaker spoke yesterday.
Literal Translation
Spoke the lawmaker yesterday.
" Nakipagpulong ang mambabatas sa mga tao. "
Natural Translation
The lawmaker met with the people.
Literal Translation
Met the lawmaker with the people.
" Maraming mambabatas ang sumuporta sa bagong panukala na naglalayong tulungan ang mga magsasaka sa probinsiya. "
Natural Translation
Many lawmakers supported the new bill that aims to help the farmers in the province.
Literal Translation
Many lawmaker the supported at new proposal that aiming help the farmers in province.
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