amen
/ʔaˈmen/
The Tagalog word amen is used to express strong agreement.
In Tagalog, amen is used identically to its English counterpart to express strong agreement or to conclude a prayer.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
How do you pronounce it?
/ʔaˈmen/
When do people say it?
To add a warm and friendly touch to an affirmation, speakers may use the phrase Amen, Kapatid!, which means 'Amen, Brother/Sister!'
Did you know?
- The Tagalog word amen traveled through four languages, starting in Biblical Hebrew and moving through Koine Greek, Ecclesiastical Latin and Spanish before reaching the Philippines.
- While amen is used in religious contexts, it is also used in casual Tagalog conversation as a slangy way to say 'I totally agree' or 'Preach!'
- The phrase Amen, Kapatid! is a cultural marker often associated with members of the Iglesia ni Cristo or other evangelical groups in the Philippines.
Examples in context
- Amen, dapat lang iyon.Amen, that is only right.
- Amen, sana magkatotoo ito.Amen, I hope this comes true.
- Amen, tama ang sinabi mo.Amen, what you said is correct.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their hope for a better future.
- RicardoSana ay magkaroon ng kapayapaan sa mundo.I hope there will be peace in the world.
- JasmineAmen, kailangan natin iyan.Amen, we need that.
- RicardoTama ka, Jasmine.You are right, Jasmine.
- JasmineTotoo ang sinabi mo, Ricardo.What you said is true, Ricardo.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry amen, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
