Usage Note
Reeleksiyon comes from Spanish 'reelección' and is a very common term in Philippine political coverage. The 1987 Constitution prohibits reelection for the president, making the concept particularly prominent in political debates about term limits and power.
Examples
" Tatakbo siya para sa reeleksiyon. "
Natural Translation
He is running for reelection.
Literal Translation
Will-run he for the reelection.
" Inaanunsyo ng senador ang kanyang pagtakbo para sa reeleksiyon. "
Natural Translation
The senator is announcing his/her run for reelection.
Literal Translation
Announcing the senator his/her running for reelection.
" Bagaman mataas ang kanyang ratings, nagdadalawang-isip pa rin ang alkalde kung tatakbo siya sa reeleksiyon o magpapahinga na. "
Natural Translation
Although his ratings are high, the mayor is still having second thoughts about whether he will run for reelection or finally take a rest.
Literal Translation
Although high the his ratings, having-second-thoughts still the mayor whether will-run he in reelection or will-rest already.
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