Representative in Tagalog

“Representative” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Kinatawan” or “Representatibo”, referring to a person who acts or speaks on behalf of others or something that serves as a typical example. This important term is widely used in political, business, and social contexts throughout the Philippines. Discover its complete meanings and practical applications below.

[Words] = Representative

[Definition]:

Representative /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪv/

Noun 1: A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for others.

Noun 2: A typical example or specimen of a group or class.

Adjective 1: Serving to represent or typify a group or class.

Adjective 2: Based on representation by elected delegates.

[Synonyms] = Kinatawan, Representatibo, Delegado, Tagapagkatawan, Ahente, Sugo, Katawan, Kahalili

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The sales representative visited our office to present the new products.

Ex1_PH: Ang kinatawan sa pagbebenta ay bumisita sa aming opisina upang ipresenta ang mga bagong produkto.

Ex2_EN: Each district elects one representative to the national congress.

Ex2_PH: Bawat distrito ay bumoboto ng isang kinatawan sa pambansang kongreso.

Ex3_EN: This sample is representative of the entire population.

Ex3_PH: Ang sampol na ito ay kumakatawan sa buong populasyon.

Ex4_EN: The union representative negotiated better working conditions for employees.

Ex4_PH: Ang kinatawan ng unyon ay nakipag-ayos para sa mas magandang kondisyon ng trabaho para sa mga empleyado.

Ex5_EN: She serves as the student representative in the school council.

Ex5_PH: Siya ay naglilingkod bilang kinatawan ng mga estudyante sa konseho ng paaralan.