nominado
nominádo with stress marks
nominated person
Usage Note
Nominado refers to a person who has been nominated for a position, award, or candidacy. It is used in formal contexts such as elections, film awards (e.g., MMFF nominees), or organizational roles. The form is the same for both adjective (nominated) and noun (nominee) usage. The feminine form 'nominada' is sometimes used for women.
Examples
" Siya ang nominado namin. "
Natural Translation
He is our nominee.
Literal Translation
He the nominee our.
" Isa siya sa mga nominado para sa parangal. "
Natural Translation
He/she is one of the nominees for the award.
Literal Translation
One he/she of the nominees for award.
" Bagama't siya ang paboritong nominado para sa pinakamahusay na aktres, hinarap niya ang gabi ng parangal nang may buong kababaang-loob. "
Natural Translation
Although she was the favored nominee for best actress, she faced the awards night with complete humility.
Literal Translation
Although she the favored nominee for best actress, faced she the night of award with full humility.
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