Designate in Tagalog

“Designate” in Tagalog translates to “italaga”, “tukuyin”, or “magtalaga” depending on context—whether referring to appointing someone to a position, marking something for a specific purpose, or officially naming. Mastering these translations ensures clear communication in formal and professional Filipino settings.

Let’s explore the different meanings and applications of this important term:

[Words] = Designate

[Definition]:

• Designate /ˈdezɪɡneɪt/
• Verb 1: To officially assign a specified status, role, or purpose to someone or something.
• Verb 2: To appoint someone to a particular position or office.
• Verb 3: To mark or identify something as having a specific character or purpose.
• Adjective: Appointed to an office but not yet installed.

[Synonyms] = Italaga, Tukuyin, Magtalaga, Magtakda, Ihirang, Ipagtalaga, Markahan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The committee will designate a spokesperson for the event.
• Ex1_PH: Ang komite ay magtatakda ng tagapagsalita para sa kaganapan.
• Ex2_EN: This area has been designated as a no-smoking zone.
• Ex2_PH: Ang lugar na ito ay itinalaga bilang zona na bawal manigarilyo.
• Ex3_EN: The president will designate a new ambassador to Japan.
• Ex3_PH: Ang pangulo ay maghihirang ng bagong embahador sa Japan.
• Ex4_EN: Please designate someone to handle the project in your absence.
• Ex4_PH: Mangyaring magtalaga ng isang tao upang hawakan ang proyekto sa iyong kawalan.
• Ex5_EN: The park was designated a national heritage site last year.
• Ex5_PH: Ang parke ay itinukoy bilang pambansang pamana noong nakaraang taon.