Usage Note
Klerk refers to a clerical worker in an office, store, or government bureau — someone who handles records, transactions, or administrative tasks. The term is common in workplace and bureaucratic contexts, and reflects the strong English influence on Philippine professional vocabulary.
Examples
" Klerk siya sa opisina. "
Natural Translation
He/She is a clerk at the office.
Literal Translation
Clerk he/she at-the office.
" Ang klerk sa munisipyo ang tumutulong sa mga aplikante. "
Natural Translation
The clerk at the municipal hall helps the applicants.
Literal Translation
The clerk at-the municipal-hall the helps the applicants.
" Ang klerk na nag-asikaso sa amin ay napakabait kaya mabilis naming natapos ang mga papeles. "
Natural Translation
The clerk who attended to us was very kind, so we finished the paperwork quickly.
Literal Translation
The clerk who attended to us very-kind so fast we finished the papers.
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