elektiba
elektíba with stress marks
elective
Usage Note
Elektiba is used in academic contexts to describe an optional subject or course that students can choose, as opposed to a required subject. It is a standard term in Philippine college curricula and may also describe elective positions in government.
Examples
" Madali lang ang elektiba ko. "
Natural Translation
My elective is easy.
Literal Translation
Easy only the elective my.
" Pumili ka ng isang elektiba. "
Natural Translation
Choose one elective.
Literal Translation
Choose you of one elective.
" Bago magtapos ang semestre, kailangan kong pumili ng isang elektiba na may kaugnayan sa magiging karera ko. "
Natural Translation
Before the semester ends, I need to choose an elective that relates to my future career.
Literal Translation
Before end the semester, need I to-choose of one elective that has connection to will-become career my.
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