Usage Note
Unang Ginang is the official Filipino title for the First Lady — the spouse of the President of the Philippines. Unang means 'first' and ginang is the honorific for a married woman (Mrs./Madam). The term is used in formal state occasions, media coverage, and official government communications. It reflects the high ceremonial importance attached to the president's spouse in Philippine political culture.
Examples
" Maganda ang Unang Ginang. "
Natural Translation
The First Lady is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the First Lady.
" Dumalo ang Unang Ginang sa pagdiriwang ng Araw ng mga Bata. "
Natural Translation
The First Lady attended the celebration of Children's Day.
Literal Translation
Attended the First Lady at-the celebration of-the Day of-the Children.
" Ang Unang Ginang ang nanguna sa programang naglalayong tulungan ang mga batang lansangan sa buong bansa. "
Natural Translation
The First Lady led the program aimed at helping street children all over the country.
Literal Translation
The First Lady the led at program aiming help the children street in whole country.
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