amo

Definition

The person in charge at work; boss is also widely used.

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Etymology

'Amo' derives from the Spanish word 'amo', which means 'master' or 'boss', adapted into Tagalog during the colonial period.

How & Where It’s Used

'Amo' is used mostly in formal contexts when referring to a superior or employer, and it is understood regionally throughout the Philippines.

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