mga itlog
The English phrase "eggs" is translated into Filipino as mga itlog.
mga itlog refers to the oval objects produced by female birds or other animals, often used as food.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase consists of mga, which is a plural marker and itlog, which means egg.
How does it change in a sentence?
In Filipino, the plural is formed by adding the marker mga before the singular noun itlog.
Did you know?
- In Filipino, itlog is frequently used as a slang term to refer to testicles.
- The current spelling of mga exists because English typewriters used during the American occupation could not produce the tildes required for the original spelling.
Examples in context
- I-ref mo ang mga itlog.Put the eggs in the fridge.This sentence is useful for learning how to express putting mga itlog in the fridge.Tatoeba #11807732 by qwertzu, translation #1159801 by CM
- Saan niya nabili itong mga itlog?Where did she buy these eggs?This sentence shows how to ask where someone bought mga itlog.Tatoeba #13648185 by kangkong, translation #7494508 by CH
- Mura sa panahong ito ang mga itlog.Eggs are cheap this season.This sentence demonstrates how to state that mga itlog are cheap during a certain season.Tatoeba #11463397 by qwertzu, translation #59773 by cntrational
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Example conversation
A couple is in the kitchen preparing breakfast.
- MariaNasaan ang mga itlog sa ref?Where are the eggs in the fridge?
- JuanNasa loob sila ng basket, Maria.They are inside the basket, Maria.
- MariaSalamat, Juan.Thanks, Juan.
- JuanWalang anuman.You're welcome.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries itlog, mga, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
