madali
/madaˈliʔ/
The English word "easy" is translated into Tagalog as madali. Wiktionary also lists madaling.
Meaning: requiring little skill or effort (adj)
Ways to say it
| Tagalog | IPA |
|---|---|
| madali | /madaˈliʔ/ (Standard Tagalog) |
| madaling |
The word is used to describe something that requires little skill or effort. Depending on the context of the sentence, it can also be used to mean "quickly" or "soon".
Which one should you use?
While madali means 'easy' in terms of effort, it can also mean 'quickly' or 'soon' depending on the context of the sentence.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form madali is used as a predicate, typically following a verb or a particle like ay or ay hindi.
How do you pronounce it?
/madaˈliʔ/
Did you know?
- While madali describes a task, the word madali can also be used as an imperative command meaning 'hurry up'.
- The word madali is distinct from gaan, which also means 'easy' but specifically refers to the lightness of a physical or emotional load.
- The term madali shares a common ancestor with words for 'quick' or 'easy' across the vast Austronesian language family, stretching from Madagascar to Easter Island.
Examples in context
- Hindi madali ang buhay.Life's not easy.This sentence shows how to express that life is not easy using madali.Tatoeba #11340870 by qwertzu, translation #1042323 by yessoos
- Hindi madali maging sikat.It's not easy being popular.This sentence illustrates the phrase "it's not easy" using madali.Tatoeba #11263740 by qwertzu, translation #10002024 by CK
- Pinagmukhang madali ni Tom.Tom made it look easy.This sentence shows how to describe making something look easy using madali.Tatoeba #11743425 by qwertzu, translation #4076875 by CK
- 54 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Juan and Maria are talking about a math exam.
- JuanMadali ba ang exam?Was the exam easy?
- MariaOo, madali lang siya.Yes, it was just easy.
- JuanButi naman kung ganun.That's good to hear, then.
- MariaHuwag kang mag-alala, Juan.Don't worry, Juan.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “easy” translations and entries madali, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries madali, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
