“Office” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “opisina” or “tanggapan”. This word refers to a place of work, a position of authority, or a specific department in an organization. Understanding the different contexts of “office” will help you use it correctly in Tagalog conversations. Let’s dive deeper into its meanings and usage below.
[Words] = Office
[Definition]:
Office /ˈɔːfɪs/
Noun 1: A room, set of rooms, or building used as a place for commercial, professional, or bureaucratic work.
Noun 2: A position of authority or service, typically one of a public nature.
Noun 3: A service or kindness done for another person.
[Synonyms] = Opisina, Tanggapan, Katungkulan, Trabaho, Kawanihan, Sanggunian
[Example]:
Ex1_EN: I need to go to the office early tomorrow for an important meeting.
Ex1_PH: Kailangan kong pumunta sa opisina nang maaga bukas para sa isang mahalagang pulong.
Ex2_EN: The mayor’s office is located on the second floor of the municipal building.
Ex2_PH: Ang tanggapan ng alkalde ay matatagpuan sa ikalawang palapag ng munisipyo.
Ex3_EN: She holds the office of president in the company.
Ex3_PH: Hawak niya ang katungkulan bilang presidente ng kumpanya.
Ex4_EN: The post office closes at 5 PM on weekdays.
Ex4_PH: Ang tanggapan ng koreo ay nagsasara ng 5 PM sa mga araw na may pasok.
Ex5_EN: He works in a small office with only three other employees.
Ex5_PH: Nagtatrabaho siya sa isang maliit na opisina na may tatlong empleyado lamang.
