halal
halál with stress marks
elected; selected
Also means
Halal can also mean permissible, specifically referring to food or practices allowed under Islamic law.
Usage Note
Halal is used to describe government officials who have been formally chosen by the public through an election. It is also the root word for 'halalan' (election), a term central to the Philippines' vibrant political and social life.
Examples
" Halal na pinuno siya. "
Natural Translation
He is an elected leader.
Literal Translation
Elected leader he.
" Siya ang halal na pinuno. "
Natural Translation
He is the elected leader.
Literal Translation
He/she the elected leader.
" Bawat halal na opisyal ay may tungkuling paglingkuran ang mga taong bumoto at nagtiwala sa kanila. "
Natural Translation
Every elected official has the duty to serve the people who voted for and trusted them.
Literal Translation
Every elected official has duty serve the people who-voted and trusted in them.
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