kumander
kumánder with stress marks
commander
Usage Note
Kumander is an anglicized form of 'commander' widely used in military, police, and rebel or paramilitary contexts in the Philippines, appearing extensively in news coverage of armed conflicts, particularly in Mindanao. It is the standard word used even in Filipino-language media rather than any Spanish-derived alternative.
Examples
" Mahigpit ang aming kumander. "
Natural Translation
Our commander is strict.
Literal Translation
Strict the our commander.
" Sinabi ng kumander na magpapatuloy ang operasyon bukas. "
Natural Translation
The commander said the operation would continue tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Said the commander that will-continue the operation tomorrow.
" Hindi sumuko ang kumander sa kabila ng panganib, sapagkat alam niyang nakasalalay sa kanya ang buhay ng kanyang mga kawal. "
Natural Translation
The commander did not give up despite the danger, because he knew the lives of his soldiers depended on him.
Literal Translation
Not gave-up the commander despite of-the danger, because knew he-that depended on him the lives of his soldiers.
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