General in Tagalog

“General” in Tagalog translates to “Heneral” (military rank) or “Pangkalahatan” (overall/common), referring to a high-ranking military officer or something that is widespread and not specific. Explore the different meanings, synonyms, and how Filipinos use this versatile word in various contexts below.

[Words] = General

[Definition]:

• General /ˈdʒenərəl/
• Noun 1: A high-ranking military officer, typically the highest rank below field marshal.
• Adjective 1: Affecting or concerning all or most people, places, or things; widespread.
• Adjective 2: Not specialized or limited in range of subject, application, or activity.
• Adjective 3: Considering or including the main features or elements of something.

[Synonyms] = Heneral, Pangkalahatan, Pangkaraniwang, Karaniwan, Kabuuan, Lahat, Pangmasa, Pangkabuuan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The general led his troops to victory in the historic battle.
• Ex1_PH: Ang heneral ay nanguna sa kanyang mga tropa tungo sa tagumpay sa makasaysayang labanan.
• Ex2_EN: The new policy will affect the general public starting next month.
• Ex2_PH: Ang bagong patakaran ay makakaapekto sa pangkalahatang publiko simula sa susunod na buwan.
• Ex3_EN: In general, students prefer online classes over traditional classroom settings.
• Ex3_PH: Sa pangkalahatan, mas gusto ng mga estudyante ang online classes kaysa sa tradisyonal na silid-aralan.
• Ex4_EN: She works as a general manager at a multinational company.
• Ex4_PH: Siya ay nagtatrabaho bilang pangkalahatang tagapamahala sa isang multinational na kumpanya.
• Ex5_EN: The doctor gave me a general overview of my health condition.
• Ex5_PH: Ang doktor ay nagbigay sa akin ng pangkalahatang paglalarawan ng aking kalagayang pangkalusugan.