Tagalog

In Tagalog, “what do you mean?” is said as anong ibig mong sabihin?

The English word ‘sandals’ is translated into Tagalog as sandalyas. sandalyas refers to open shoes that use straps to hold the foot to the sole.

In Tagalog, the English phrase watch is translated as panoorin. Note that in informal contexts, speakers may use the word oras (time) to refer to a watch.

The English word “disturbing” can be translated into Tagalog as nakakagambala.

The Tagalog word for cheek is pisngi.

In Tagalog, “I want to go home” is expressed as gusto kong umuwi. This phrase is used to express a desire to return to one’s own residence.

The English word “coconut” is niyog in Tagalog. niyog refers to the fruit of the coco palm.

The Tagalog phrase for “long time no see” is matagal nang hindi nagkita.

The English phrase ‘booty’ translates to the Tagalog word puwet. puwet is used to refer to the posterior region of the body.

Gutom ako is the Tagalog way to say “I am hungry”. This phrase is used to express a physical need for food.