From root: pamahala
Usage Note
Tagapamahala is used for a person responsible for the administration or oversight of a business or group.
Examples
" Mahusay ang aming tagapamahala. "
Natural Translation
Our manager is skilled.
Literal Translation
Skilled the our manager.
" Ang tagapamahala ay mabait sa amin. "
Natural Translation
The manager is kind to us.
Literal Translation
The manager is kind to us.
" Ang bagong tagapamahala ng tindahan ay sinusunod ng lahat dahil patas siya sa kanyang mga desisyon. "
Natural Translation
The store's new manager is followed by everyone because he is fair in his decisions.
Literal Translation
The new manager of store is followed by all because fair he in his decisions.
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