From root: halal
Usage Note
Halalan is the formal term for national or local elections in the Philippines. It describes the organized process where citizens cast their votes.
Examples
" Malapit na ang halalan. "
Natural Translation
The election is near.
Literal Translation
Near already the election.
" Maghahanda na kami para sa halalan. "
Natural Translation
We are preparing for the election.
Literal Translation
Will-prepare already we for the election.
" Bago dumating ang halalan, inaaral muna ng marami ang plataporma ng bawat kandidato. "
Natural Translation
Before the election arrives, many people first study the platform of each candidate.
Literal Translation
Before arrives the election, study first of many the platform of each candidate.
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